Samaritan Medical Center
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
6 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
6 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
8 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 | 14.1% | 193 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 17.4% | 216 | Avg |
| COPD | 9.5% | 94 | Avg |
| Stroke | 17.3% | 75 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 4.5% | 600 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 0.94% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Samaritan Medical Center a Good Hospital?
Samaritan Medical Center has a trust score of 52/100 and a 2-star CMS rating. Located in Watertown, NY, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Samaritan Medical Center a good hospital?
Samaritan Medical Center is an acute care hospital in Watertown, NY with a 2/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 52/100.
Where is Samaritan Medical Center located?
Samaritan Medical Center is located at 830 Washington Street, Watertown, NY 13601. Phone: (315) 785-4000.
What is the star rating for Samaritan Medical Center?
Samaritan Medical Center 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 Samaritan Medical Center have an emergency room?
Yes, Samaritan Medical Center provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Jefferson
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 330157