West Jefferson Medical Center
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
7 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
6 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
8 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) | 13.9% | 54 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 14.7% | 203 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 17% | 79 | Avg |
| COPD | 10.3% | 39 | Avg |
| Stroke | 13.4% | 93 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 4.5% | 480 | Avg |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 0.95% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is West Jefferson Medical Center a Good Hospital?
West Jefferson Medical Center has a trust score of 61/100 and a 3-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in Marrero, LA, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Jefferson Medical Center a good hospital?
West Jefferson Medical Center is an acute care hospital in Marrero, LA with a 3/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 61/100. It is rated above average.
Where is West Jefferson Medical Center located?
West Jefferson Medical Center is located at 1101 Medical Center Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072. Phone: (504) 347-5511.
What is the star rating for West Jefferson Medical Center?
West Jefferson Medical Center 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 West Jefferson Medical Center have an emergency room?
Yes, West Jefferson Medical Center provides emergency services.
What This Hospital Charges
| Procedure | Charges | Actual Paid | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITH MCC 76 patients/yr | $68,444 | $14,154 | 79% less |
HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC 73 patients/yr | $47,570 | $9,594 | 80% less |
KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS WITHOUT MCC 32 patients/yr | $33,036 | $6,529 | 80% less |
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITHOUT MCC 25 patients/yr | $40,141 | $8,485 | 79% less |
KIDNEY AND URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS WITH MCC 24 patients/yr | $37,726 | $8,852 | 77% less |
INTRACRANIAL HEMORRHAGE OR CEREBRAL INFARCTION WITH CC OR TPA IN 24 HOURS 23 patients/yr | $68,715 | $8,000 | 88% less |
RENAL FAILURE WITH CC 23 patients/yr | $36,112 | $6,763 | 81% less |
RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS AND INFLAMMATIONS WITH MCC 21 patients/yr | $63,871 | $11,650 | 82% less |
PULMONARY EDEMA AND RESPIRATORY FAILURE 21 patients/yr | $71,026 | $11,589 | 84% less |
MISCELLANEOUS DISORDERS OF NUTRITION, METABOLISM, FLUIDS AND ELECTROLYTES WITHOU 21 patients/yr | $28,549 | $6,250 | 78% 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
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Jefferson
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 190039