West Penn Hospital
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
7 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
5 of 8 measures reportedReadmission Rates
7 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% | 36 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 12.7% | 53 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 17.6% | 59 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 3.7% | 350 | 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 West Penn Hospital a Good Hospital?
West Penn Hospital has a trust score of 58/100 and a 3-star CMS rating. Located in Pittsburgh, PA, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly.
How It Compares in Pittsburgh
#8
Rank in city
11
Hospitals
58 vs 62
Score vs city avg
3.7/5
City avg rating
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Penn Hospital a good hospital?
West Penn Hospital is an acute care hospital in Pittsburgh, PA with a 3/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 58/100.
Where is West Penn Hospital located?
West Penn Hospital is located at 4800 Friendship Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224. Phone: (412) 578-5000.
What is the star rating for West Penn Hospital?
West Penn Hospital 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 Penn Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, West Penn Hospital provides emergency services.
What This Hospital Charges
| Procedure | Charges | Actual Paid | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
SEPTICEMIA OR SEVERE SEPSIS WITHOUT MV >96 HOURS WITH MCC 37 patients/yr | $113,284 | $18,506 | 84% less |
MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITH CC 31 patients/yr | $132,578 | $22,961 | 83% less |
HEART FAILURE AND SHOCK WITH MCC 27 patients/yr | $65,456 | $10,939 | 83% less |
LYMPHOMA AND NON-ACUTE LEUKEMIA WITH MCC 20 patients/yr | $176,214 | $31,561 | 82% less |
SIMPLE PNEUMONIA AND PLEURISY WITH MCC 18 patients/yr | $88,519 | $13,032 | 85% less |
ESOPHAGITIS, GASTROENTERITIS AND MISCELLANEOUS DIGESTIVE DISORDERS WITHOUT MCC 17 patients/yr | $35,511 | $7,405 | 79% less |
RENAL FAILURE WITH CC 17 patients/yr | $47,674 | $8,032 | 83% less |
CHEMOTHERAPY WITHOUT ACUTE LEUKEMIA AS SECONDARY DIAGNOSIS WITH CC 17 patients/yr | $80,595 | $13,693 | 83% less |
MAJOR SMALL AND LARGE BOWEL PROCEDURES WITHOUT CC/MCC 15 patients/yr | $74,599 | $15,230 | 80% less |
INFECTIOUS AND PARASITIC DISEASES WITH O.R. PROCEDURES WITH MCC 15 patients/yr | $183,087 | $43,163 | 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
- Voluntary non-profit - Private
- County
- Allegheny
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 390090