University Of Kansas Hospital
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) | 11.5% | 180 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 7.7% | 903 | Better |
| Pneumonia | 12.1% | 514 | Better |
| COPD | 5.3% | 143 | Better |
| Stroke | 15.6% | 438 | Worse |
| Coronary Bypass (CABG) | 1.7% | 179 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 3.6% | 3,978 | Better |
| 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 Of Kansas Hospital a Good Hospital?
University Of Kansas Hospital has a trust score of 86/100 and a 5-star CMS rating — placing it among the top-rated hospitals in the country. Located in Kansas City, KS, 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, copd, overall mortality.
Top Performer In
How It Compares in Kansas City
#1
Rank in city
2
Hospitals
86 vs 73
Score vs city avg
4.0/5
City avg rating
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University Of Kansas Hospital a good hospital?
University Of Kansas Hospital is an acute care hospital in Kansas City, KS with a 5/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 86/100. It ranks among the top-rated hospitals nationally.
Where is University Of Kansas Hospital located?
University Of Kansas Hospital is located at 4000 Cambridge Street, Kansas City, KS 66160. Phone: (913) 588-5000.
What is the star rating for University Of Kansas Hospital?
University Of Kansas Hospital 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 University Of Kansas Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, University Of Kansas Hospital provides emergency services.
What This Hospital Charges
| Procedure | Charges | Actual Paid | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITH MCC 489 patients/yr | $123,382 | $19,584 | 84% less |
HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC 353 patients/yr | $82,901 | $12,849 | 85% less |
PERCUTANEOUS AND OTHER INTRACARDIAC PROCEDURES WITHOUT MCC 221 patients/yr | $150,754 | $27,503 | 82% less |
RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC 171 patients/yr | $146,443 | $21,278 | 85% less |
CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIA AND CONDUCTION DISORDERS WITH CC 135 patients/yr | $41,629 | $7,810 | 81% less |
OTHER KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT DIAGNOSES WITH MCC 117 patients/yr | $101,648 | $17,892 | 82% less |
CRANIOTOMY AND ENDOVASCULAR INTRACRANIAL PROCEDURES WITH MCC 113 patients/yr | $201,318 | $36,440 | 82% less |
PSYCHOSES 113 patients/yr | $61,039 | $14,012 | 77% less |
SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC 108 patients/yr | $85,935 | $13,581 | 84% less |
ENDOVASCULAR CARDIAC VALVE REPLACEMENT AND SUPPLEMENT PROCEDURES WITH MCC 108 patients/yr | $221,364 | $53,960 | 76% 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
- Wyandotte
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 170040