Athens Limestone Hospital
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
6 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
5 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
7 of 11 measures reportedWhat This Means
- • Better = this hospital performs better than the national average on that measure
- • Same = no statistically significant difference from national average
- • Worse = this hospital performs worse than the national average
Source: CMS Hospital Compare. Data reflects the most recent reporting period.
Procedure Outcomes
| Procedure | Rate | Volume | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hip & Knee Replacement | 3.1% | 157 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 8.8% | 110 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 21.2% | 172 | Worse |
| COPD | 10.6% | 95 | Avg |
| Stroke | 19% | 53 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 5.1% | 546 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 0.87% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Athens Limestone Hospital a Good Hospital?
Athens Limestone Hospital has a trust score of 49/100 and a 2-star CMS rating. Located in Athens, AL, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Athens Limestone Hospital a good hospital?
Athens Limestone Hospital is an acute care hospital in Athens, AL with a 2/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 49/100.
Where is Athens Limestone Hospital located?
Athens Limestone Hospital is located at 700 West Market Street, Athens, AL 35611. Phone: (256) 233-9292.
What is the star rating for Athens Limestone Hospital?
Athens Limestone Hospital has a 2/5 star rating from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services). This rating is based on mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timeliness measures.
Does Athens Limestone Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, Athens Limestone Hospital provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital District or Authority
- County
- Limestone
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 010079