Punxsutawney Area Hospital
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
2 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
3 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
7 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 | 11.7% | 31 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 17.2% | 50 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 4.6% | 100 | 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 Punxsutawney Area Hospital a Good Hospital?
Punxsutawney Area Hospital has a trust score of 50/100 and a 2-star CMS rating. Located in Punxsutawney, PA, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Punxsutawney Area Hospital a good hospital?
Punxsutawney Area Hospital is an acute care hospital in Punxsutawney, PA with a 2/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 50/100.
Where is Punxsutawney Area Hospital located?
Punxsutawney Area Hospital is located at 81 Hillcrest Drive, Punxsutawney, PA 15767. Phone: (814) 938-1800.
What is the star rating for Punxsutawney Area Hospital?
Punxsutawney Area Hospital has a 2/5 star rating from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services). This rating is based on mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timeliness measures.
Does Punxsutawney Area Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, Punxsutawney Area Hospital provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Jefferson
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 390199