West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
3 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
5 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 | 2.9% | 57 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 12% | 62 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 18.8% | 84 | Avg |
| COPD | 9.4% | 58 | Avg |
| Stroke | 16.5% | 40 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 5% | 259 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 1.04% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital a Good Hospital?
West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital has a trust score of 68/100 and a 4-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in Sulphur, LA, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital a good hospital?
West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital is an acute care hospital in Sulphur, LA with a 4/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 68/100. It is rated above average.
Where is West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital located?
West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital is located at 701 East Cypress Street, Sulphur, LA 70663. Phone: (337) 527-4240.
What is the star rating for West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital?
West Calcasieu Cameron 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 West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital provides emergency services.
What This Hospital Charges
| Procedure | Charges | Actual Paid | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITH MCC 78 patients/yr | $30,231 | $12,521 | 59% less |
HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC 27 patients/yr | $22,858 | $8,902 | 61% less |
PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE 26 patients/yr | $22,178 | $8,575 | 61% less |
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITHOUT MCC 19 patients/yr | $22,299 | $7,296 | 67% less |
MAJOR HIP AND KNEE JOINT REPLACEMENT OR REATTACHMENT OF LOWER EXTREMITY WITHOUT 12 patients/yr | $19,194 | $13,415 | 30% 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
- Calcasieu
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 190013