Lutheran Medical Center
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
6 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
7 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
9 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 Attack (AMI) | 10.9% | 86 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 13.7% | 235 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 18.3% | 209 | Avg |
| COPD | 11.6% | 77 | Avg |
| Stroke | 12.7% | 168 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 3.8% | 795 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 0.99% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Lutheran Medical Center a Good Hospital?
Lutheran Medical Center has a trust score of 70/100 and a 4-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in Wheat Ridge, CO, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lutheran Medical Center a good hospital?
Lutheran Medical Center is an acute care hospital in Wheat Ridge, CO with a 4/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 70/100. It is rated above average.
Where is Lutheran Medical Center located?
Lutheran Medical Center is located at 8300 W 38Th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033. Phone: (303) 425-4500.
What is the star rating for Lutheran Medical Center?
Lutheran 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 Lutheran Medical Center have an emergency room?
Yes, Lutheran Medical Center provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Jefferson
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 060009