Duke University Hospital
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
8 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
8 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
11 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 | 4.7% | 274 | Avg |
| Heart Attack (AMI) | 9.8% | 329 | Better |
| Heart Failure | 9.2% | 742 | Better |
| Pneumonia | 12% | 433 | Better |
| COPD | 7.7% | 153 | Avg |
| Stroke | 13.4% | 376 | Avg |
| Coronary Bypass (CABG) | 1.8% | 282 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 3.1% | 3,504 | Better |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 1.1% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Duke University Hospital a Good Hospital?
Duke University Hospital has a trust score of 84/100 and a 5-star CMS rating — placing it among the top-rated hospitals in the country. Located in Durham, NC, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly. It performs better than the national average in heart attack (ami), heart failure, pneumonia, overall mortality.
Top Performer In
How It Compares in Durham
#1
Rank in city
4
Hospitals
84 vs 69
Score vs city avg
4.7/5
City avg rating
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Duke University Hospital a good hospital?
Duke University Hospital is an acute care hospital in Durham, NC with a 5/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 84/100. It ranks among the top-rated hospitals nationally.
Where is Duke University Hospital located?
Duke University Hospital is located at 2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705. Phone: (919) 684-8111.
What is the star rating for Duke University Hospital?
Duke University Hospital has a 5/5 star rating from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services). This rating is based on mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timeliness measures.
Does Duke University Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, Duke University Hospital provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Proprietary
- County
- Durham
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 340030