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University Of Kentucky Hospital

Very Good4-Star CMS Rating

800 ROSE STREET, Lexington, KY 40536

24/7 Emergency
Birthing Friendly

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800 ROSE STREET
Lexington, KY 40536

About University Of Kentucky Hospital

Hospital overview and services

University Of Kentucky Hospital is a government-operated acute care hospital in Lexington, KY, serving Fayette County and the surrounding Lexington community. As a government-operated facility, it is accountable to the public and typically serves as a safety-net provider for the community.

The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Lexington can seek immediate care at University Of Kentucky Hospital's emergency department.

University Of Kentucky Hospital has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, placing it among the higher-rated hospitals in KY. University Of Kentucky Hospital has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Lexington area.

When choosing a hospital in Lexington, KY, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review University Of Kentucky Hospital's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.

At a Glance

Overall Rating4/5 Stars
Hospital TypeAcute Care Hospitals
OwnershipGovernment - State
EmergencyAvailable 24/7
Birthing FriendlyYes
EHR CertifiedNot Certified
CountyFayette
Affiliated Doctors20

Quality & Safety

CMS quality performance measures

4of 5

Very Good

CMS Overall Hospital Rating

University Of Kentucky Hospital has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting very good performance across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care measures. This places the hospital among the higher-rated facilities in Lexington, KY and nationwide.

Above Average

Mortality

University Of Kentucky Hospital performs better than the national average for mortality outcomes, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.

Above Average

Patient Safety

University Of Kentucky Hospital performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.

Average

Readmission

University Of Kentucky Hospital performs at about the national average for readmission rates, consistent with most hospitals across the country.

Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

About University Of Kentucky Hospital

What is the CMS rating for University Of Kentucky Hospital?

University Of Kentucky Hospital has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.

Does University Of Kentucky Hospital have emergency services?

Yes, University Of Kentucky Hospital provides 24/7 emergency services.

What type of hospital is University Of Kentucky Hospital?

University Of Kentucky Hospital is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under government - state ownership.

How many doctors practice at University Of Kentucky Hospital?

20 physicians are affiliated with University Of Kentucky Hospital. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·