Rush University Medical Center
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 | 4.3% | 268 | Avg |
| Heart Attack (AMI) | 10.3% | 104 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 6.1% | 508 | Better |
| Pneumonia | 11.1% | 300 | Better |
| COPD | 6.3% | 85 | Avg |
| Stroke | 10.3% | 298 | Better |
| Coronary Bypass (CABG) | 2.1% | 97 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 3.7% | 2,393 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 0.71% | — | Better |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Rush University Medical Center a Good Hospital?
Rush University Medical Center has a trust score of 83/100 and a 5-star CMS rating — placing it among the top-rated hospitals in the country. Located in Chicago, IL, 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, stroke, patient safety (composite).
Top Performer In
How It Compares in Chicago
#2
Rank in city
34
Hospitals
83 vs 50
Score vs city avg
2.5/5
City avg rating
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rush University Medical Center a good hospital?
Rush University Medical Center is an acute care hospital in Chicago, IL with a 5/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 83/100. It ranks among the top-rated hospitals nationally.
Where is Rush University Medical Center located?
Rush University Medical Center is located at 1653 West Congress Parkway, Chicago, IL 60612. Phone: (312) 942-5000.
What is the star rating for Rush University Medical Center?
Rush University Medical Center 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 Rush University Medical Center have an emergency room?
Yes, Rush University Medical Center provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Cook
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 140119