Southwest Memorial Hospital
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 | 16.4% | 33 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 15.2% | 61 | Avg |
| Stroke | 13.1% | 29 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 4.1% | 139 | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Southwest Memorial Hospital a Good Hospital?
Southwest Memorial Hospital has a trust score of 65/100 and a 4-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in Cortez, CO, it is a critical access hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Southwest Memorial Hospital a good hospital?
Southwest Memorial Hospital is a critical access hospitals in Cortez, CO with a 4/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 65/100. It is rated above average.
Where is Southwest Memorial Hospital located?
Southwest Memorial Hospital is located at 1311 N Mildred Rd, Cortez, CO 81321. Phone: (970) 565-6666.
What is the star rating for Southwest Memorial Hospital?
Southwest Memorial 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 Southwest Memorial Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, Southwest Memorial Hospital provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Critical Access Hospitals
- Ownership
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Montezuma
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 061327