Hospitals in ZIP 12208 (Albany, NY)
For ZIP 12208, Albany, NY, the latest CMS data lists 4 Medicare-certified hospitals, with an average overall star rating of 1.7 / 5 among rated providers.
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Hospitals deliver inpatient medical and surgical care, emergency services, and diagnostic testing. Medicare-certified hospitals receive CMS star ratings that cover mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely and effective care.
All hospitals in ZIP 12208
ZIP 12208 at a glance
This ZIP-level profile spans 4 CMS-certified hospitalss in ZIP 12208; 3 of them report an overall star rating (75%). Recorded ownership divides as 2 non-profit, 1 government, 1 other. In this ZIP, the top published overall rating is 2.0 out of 5 at ALBANY VA MEDICAL CENTER (other). Among rated providers, scores span 1.0 to 2.0 out of 5.
| Providers on record | 4 |
|---|---|
| With a published overall rating | 3 of 4 (75%) |
| Average overall rating | 1.7 / 5 |
| Highest-rated provider | ALBANY VA MEDICAL CENTER (2.0 / 5) |
| Ownership mix | 2 non-profit, 1 government, 1 other |
| Certified beds (total) | Not reported |
| Providers with a federal penalty | 0 |
Comparing hospitals in ZIP 12208
Think of ratings as a beginning, not a final word. Look at the inspection findings, staffing levels, and quality measures that sit behind each score, and verify that the services you actually need are available.
When you are choosing for yourself or someone you care for in ZIP 12208, Albany, NY, tour in person if you can, ask whether space is currently available, and confirm Medicare and Medicaid participation. Also ask how the provider manages care planning, keeps families informed, and handles concerns that arise after hours.
Provider-level CMS data
| Provider | Care type | Overall | Ownership | Certified beds | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALBANY MEDICAL CENTER HOSPITAL | Hospital | 1.0 | non-profit | — | 0 |
| ALBANY VA MEDICAL CENTER | Hospital | 2.0 | other | — | 0 |
| CAPITAL DISTRICT PSYCH CENTER | Hospital | Not rated | government | — | 0 |
| ST PETER'S HOSPITAL | Hospital | 2.0 | non-profit | — | 0 |
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Data & methodology
This page draws on the CMS Provider Data Catalog public dataset, processing date 2026-10-06. See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.
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