Erlanger Murphy Medical Center
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
2 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
5 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
6 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 | 11.6% | 48 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 17.4% | 90 | Avg |
| COPD | 9% | 27 | Avg |
| Stroke | 14.2% | 32 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 4% | 151 | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Erlanger Murphy Medical Center a Good Hospital?
Erlanger Murphy Medical Center has a trust score of 64/100 and a 4-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in Murphy, NC, it is a critical access hospital with emergency services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Erlanger Murphy Medical Center a good hospital?
Erlanger Murphy Medical Center is a critical access hospitals in Murphy, NC with a 4/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 64/100. It is rated above average.
Where is Erlanger Murphy Medical Center located?
Erlanger Murphy Medical Center is located at 3990 East Us Highway 64 Alt, Murphy, NC 28906. Phone: (828) 837-8161.
What is the star rating for Erlanger Murphy Medical Center?
Erlanger Murphy Medical Center has a 4/5 star rating from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services). This rating is based on mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timeliness measures.
Does Erlanger Murphy Medical Center have an emergency room?
Yes, Erlanger Murphy Medical Center provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Critical Access Hospitals
- Ownership
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Cherokee
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- No
- Facility ID
- 341328