The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
7 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
8 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
9 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 | 3.4% | 69 | Avg |
| Heart Attack (AMI) | 10.4% | 118 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 9.4% | 257 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 14.2% | 271 | Avg |
| COPD | 9.3% | 52 | Avg |
| Stroke | 12% | 116 | Avg |
| Coronary Bypass (CABG) | 2.3% | 60 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 3.7% | 1,191 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 1.35% | — | Worse |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital a Good Hospital?
The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital has a trust score of 68/100 and a 4-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in Aurora, CO, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly.
How It Compares in Aurora
#3
Rank in city
4
Hospitals
68 vs 67
Score vs city avg
4.7/5
City avg rating
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital a good hospital?
The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital is an acute care hospital in Aurora, CO with a 4/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 68/100. It is rated above average.
Where is The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital located?
The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital is located at 1501 S Potomac St, Aurora, CO 80012. Phone: (303) 873-5511.
What is the star rating for The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital?
The Medical Center Of Aurora & South 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 The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Proprietary
- County
- Arapahoe
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 060100