William W Backus Hospital
Quality Measures vs National Average
Patient Safety
7 of 8 measures reportedMortality (Death Rates)
7 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 | 3.7% | 97 | Avg |
| Heart Attack (AMI) | 11.2% | 27 | Avg |
| Heart Failure | 10.1% | 381 | Avg |
| Pneumonia | 15.8% | 504 | Avg |
| COPD | 7.3% | 199 | Avg |
| Stroke | 9.7% | 153 | Avg |
| Overall Mortality | 3.3% | 1,158 | Better |
| Patient Safety (Composite) | 0.76% | — | Avg |
Lower rates indicate better outcomes. Volume reflects patient count during the reporting period. Source: CMS Complications and Deaths data.
Is William W Backus Hospital a Good Hospital?
William W Backus Hospital has a trust score of 69/100 and a 4-star CMS rating — above average quality. Located in Norwich, CT, it is an acute care hospital with emergency services and is designated birthing-friendly. It performs better than the national average in overall mortality.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is William W Backus Hospital a good hospital?
William W Backus Hospital is an acute care hospital in Norwich, CT with a 4/5 CMS star rating. Trust score: 69/100. It is rated above average.
Where is William W Backus Hospital located?
William W Backus Hospital is located at 326 Washington St, Norwich, CT 06360. Phone: (860) 889-8331.
What is the star rating for William W Backus Hospital?
William W Backus 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 William W Backus Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes, William W Backus Hospital provides emergency services.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Acute Care Hospitals
- Ownership
- Voluntary non-profit - Other
- County
- New London
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Birthing Friendly
- Yes
- Facility ID
- 070024