Cherokee Medical Center
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
2 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
4 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heart Failure | 15.1% | 33 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 18.5% | 75 | Avg |
| COPD | 9.5% | 31 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 5% | 158 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 0.96% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Cherokee Medical Center a Good Hospital?
Cherokee Medical Center has a trust score of 51/100 and a 2-star CMS rating. Located in Gaffney, SC, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cherokee Medical Center a good hospital?
Cherokee Medical Center is an acute care hospital in Gaffney, SC with a 2/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 51/100.
Where is Cherokee Medical Center located?
Cherokee Medical Center is located at 1530 N Limestone St, Gaffney, SC 29340. Phone: (864) 487-4271.
What is the star rating for Cherokee Medical Center?
Cherokee Medical Center 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 Cherokee Medical Center have an emergency room?
Yes, Cherokee Medical Center provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital District or Authority
- County
- Cherokee
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- No
- Facility ID
- 420043