Houston Methodist West 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 | 4.8% | 49 | Avg |
| Heart Attack (AMI) | 12.4% | 100 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 10.4% | 446 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 13.3% | 542 | Better |
| COPD | 8.8% | 98 | Avg |
| Stroke | 11% | 165 | Avg |
| Coronary Bypass (CABG) | 2.6% | 46 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 3.7% | 1,602 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 0.78% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Houston Methodist West Hospital a Good Hospital?
Houston Methodist West Hospital has a trust score of 79/100 and a 5-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in Houston, TX, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly. It performs better than the national average in pneumonia.
Top Performer In
How It Compares in Houston
#3
Rank in city
28
Hospitals
79 vs 56
Score vs city avg
3.7/5
City avg rating
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston Methodist West Hospital a good hospital?
Houston Methodist West Hospital is an acute care hospital in Houston, TX with a 5/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 79/100. It is rated above average.
Where is Houston Methodist West Hospital located?
Houston Methodist West Hospital is located at 18500 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77094. Phone: (832) 522-1000.
What is the star rating for Houston Methodist West Hospital?
Houston Methodist West 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 Houston Methodist West Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, Houston Methodist West Hospital provides emergency services.
What This Hospital Charges
| Procedure | Charges | Actual Paid | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITH MCC 380 patients/yr | $99,817 | $15,435 | 85% less |
HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC 209 patients/yr | $56,791 | $10,321 | 82% less |
RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC 100 patients/yr | $64,239 | $12,460 | 81% less |
SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC 82 patients/yr | $62,142 | $10,831 | 83% less |
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITHOUT MCC 77 patients/yr | $53,212 | $8,660 | 84% less |
PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE 62 patients/yr | $66,877 | $10,343 | 85% less |
OTHER KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT DIAGNOSES WITH MCC 62 patients/yr | $74,032 | $12,858 | 83% less |
KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS WITH MCC 60 patients/yr | $43,438 | $9,542 | 78% less |
KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS WITHOUT MCC 56 patients/yr | $34,687 | $7,087 | 80% less |
RENAL FAILURE WITH MCC 55 patients/yr | $56,789 | $11,250 | 80% less |
Charges = what the hospital bills. Actual Paid = what Medicare pays (the fair market rate). Source: CMS Medicare Inpatient Hospitals by Provider and Service (2024).
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Harris
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 670077