University Of Kentucky 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) | 12.4% | 91 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 11.7% | 244 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 12% | 239 | Better |
| COPD | 7.4% | 105 | Avg |
| Stroke | 13.2% | 333 | Avg |
| Coronary Bypass (CABG) | 2.6% | 133 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 3.6% | 1,878 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 1.06% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is University Of Kentucky Hospital a Good Hospital?
University Of Kentucky Hospital has a trust score of 73/100 and a 4-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in Lexington, KY, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly. It performs better than the national average in pneumonia.
Top Performer In
How It Compares in Lexington
#1
Rank in city
7
Hospitals
73 vs 57
Score vs city avg
3.2/5
City avg rating
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University Of Kentucky Hospital a good hospital?
University Of Kentucky Hospital is an acute care hospital in Lexington, KY with a 4/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 73/100. It is rated above average.
Where is University Of Kentucky Hospital located?
University Of Kentucky Hospital is located at 800 Rose Street, Lexington, KY 40536. Phone: (859) 257-2278.
What is the star rating for University Of Kentucky Hospital?
University Of Kentucky 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 University Of Kentucky Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, University Of Kentucky Hospital provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Government - State
- County
- Fayette
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 180067