Newton-Wellesley Hospital
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hip & Knee Replacement | 2.8% | 461 | Avg |
| Heart Attack (AMI) | 12.2% | 65 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 8.9% | 979 | Better |
| Pneumonia | 13.3% | 763 | Better |
| COPD | 6.5% | 181 | Avg |
| Stroke | 11.8% | 259 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 2.7% | 3,229 | Better |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 0.67% | — | Better |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Newton-Wellesley Hospital a Good Hospital?
Newton-Wellesley 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 Newton, MA, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly. It performs better than the national average in heart failure, pneumonia, overall mortality, patient safety (composite).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newton-Wellesley Hospital a good hospital?
Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an acute care hospital in Newton, MA with a 5/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 84/100. It ranks among the top-rated hospitals nationally.
Where is Newton-Wellesley Hospital located?
Newton-Wellesley Hospital is located at 2014 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02462. Phone: (617) 243-6000.
What is the star rating for Newton-Wellesley Hospital?
Newton-Wellesley 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 Newton-Wellesley Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, Newton-Wellesley Hospital provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Middlesex
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 220101