Reading 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 | 2.7% | 329 | Avg |
| Heart Attack (AMI) | 12% | 297 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 8.4% | 1,172 | Better |
| Pneumonia | 14.1% | 930 | Better |
| COPD | 7.6% | 238 | Avg |
| Stroke | 11.6% | 509 | Avg |
| Coronary Bypass (CABG) | 2.4% | 136 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 3.1% | 3,592 | Better |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 1.17% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Reading Hospital a Good Hospital?
Reading Hospital has a trust score of 70/100 and a 4-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in West Reading, PA, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Reading Hospital a good hospital?
Reading Hospital is an acute care hospital in West Reading, PA with a 4/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 70/100. It is rated above average.
Where is Reading Hospital located?
Reading Hospital is located at 420 S 5Th Avenue, West Reading, PA 19611. Phone: (610) 988-8000.
What is the star rating for Reading Hospital?
Reading Hospital 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 Reading Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, Reading Hospital provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Berks
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 390044