Upmc Altoona
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
7 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
8 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
11 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 | 3.8% | 35 | Avg |
| Heart Attack (AMI) | 12.7% | 96 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 10.1% | 360 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 14.9% | 307 | Avg |
| COPD | 10.6% | 82 | Avg |
| Stroke | 13% | 284 | Avg |
| Coronary Bypass (CABG) | 2.3% | 27 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 4% | 1,187 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 1.05% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is Upmc Altoona a Good Hospital?
Upmc Altoona has a trust score of 62/100 and a 3-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in Altoona, PA, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly.
How It Compares in Altoona
#2
Rank in city
2
Hospitals
62 vs 68
Score vs city avg
4.0/5
City avg rating
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Upmc Altoona a good hospital?
Upmc Altoona is an acute care hospital in Altoona, PA with a 3/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 62/100. It is rated above average.
Where is Upmc Altoona located?
Upmc Altoona is located at 620 Howard Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601. Phone: (814) 889-2011.
What is the star rating for Upmc Altoona?
Upmc Altoona 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 Upmc Altoona have an emergency room?
Yes, Upmc Altoona provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Blair
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 390073