University Health System
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
7 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
8 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
10 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 Attack (AMI) | 13.4% | 73 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 11.1% | 145 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 14% | 146 | Avg |
| COPD | 8.6% | 38 | Avg |
| Stroke | 12.8% | 147 | Avg |
| Coronary Bypass (CABG) | 2.6% | 43 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 4.2% | 1,239 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 0.97% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is University Health System a Good Hospital?
University Health System has a trust score of 67/100 and a 3-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in San Antonio, TX, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly.
How It Compares in San Antonio
#5
Rank in city
19
Hospitals
67 vs 51
Score vs city avg
3.9/5
City avg rating
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University Health System a good hospital?
University Health System is an acute care hospital in San Antonio, TX with a 3/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 67/100. It is rated above average.
Where is University Health System located?
University Health System is located at 4502 Medical Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229. Phone: (210) 358-2637.
What is the star rating for University Health System?
University Health System has a 3/5 star rating from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services). This rating is based on mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timeliness measures.
Does University Health System have an emergency room?
Yes, University Health System provides emergency services.
What This Hospital Charges
| Procedure | Charges | Actual Paid | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITH MCC 340 patients/yr | $98,890 | $36,037 | 64% less |
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITHOUT MCC 75 patients/yr | $48,015 | $24,002 | 50% less |
HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC 74 patients/yr | $62,017 | $28,866 | 53% less |
INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES WITH MCC 73 patients/yr | $226,905 | $75,834 | 67% less |
HIP AND FEMUR PROCEDURES EXCEPT MAJOR JOINT WITH CC 69 patients/yr | $92,042 | $32,113 | 65% less |
OTHER KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT DIAGNOSES WITH MCC 56 patients/yr | $68,580 | $30,489 | 56% less |
PSYCHOSES 55 patients/yr | $33,171 | $29,977 | 10% less |
OTHER KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT DIAGNOSES WITH CC 51 patients/yr | $38,687 | $22,418 | 42% less |
INTRACRANIAL HEMORRHAGE OR CEREBRAL INFARCTION WITH MCC 50 patients/yr | $100,451 | $34,823 | 65% less |
KIDNEY TRANSPLANT 48 patients/yr | $174,985 | $63,877 | 63% less |
Charges = what the hospital bills. Actual Paid = what Medicare pays (the fair market rate). Source: CMS Medicare Inpatient Hospitals by Provider and Service (2024).
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital District or Authority
- County
- Bexar
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 450213