Northwest Medical Center
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
1 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
4 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
5 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 | 10.9% | 28 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 16.3% | 77 | Avg |
| COPD | 8.8% | 56 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 3.8% | 125 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 0.96% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Northwest Medical Center a Good Hospital?
Northwest Medical Center has a trust score of 61/100 and a 4-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in Winfield, AL, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northwest Medical Center a good hospital?
Northwest Medical Center is an acute care hospital in Winfield, AL with a 4/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 61/100. It is rated above average.
Where is Northwest Medical Center located?
Northwest Medical Center is located at 1530 U S Highway 43, Winfield, AL 35594. Phone: (205) 487-7000.
What is the star rating for Northwest Medical Center?
Northwest 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 Northwest Medical Center have an emergency room?
Yes, Northwest Medical Center provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Proprietary
- County
- Fayette
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- No
- Facility ID
- 010086