Hospitals in ZIP 18711 (Wilkes Barre, PA)

This directory covers 2 Medicare-certified hospitals in ZIP 18711, Wilkes Barre, PA, drawn from public CMS data (average overall rating 4.5 / 5).

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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.

Hospitals data comparison

ProviderCare typeOverallOwnershipCertified bedsPenalties
GEISINGER WYOMING VALLEY MEDICAL CENTERHospital4.0non-profit—0
WILKES BARRE VA MEDICAL CENTERHospital5.0other—0

Hospitals profiles in ZIP 18711

Hospital · Voluntary non-profit - Private Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center Wilkes Barre, PA 18711 CMS rating 4.0 / 5 Hospital · Veterans Health Administration Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711 CMS rating 5.0 / 5
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How to compare hospitals in ZIP 18711

The strongest comparisons weigh several signals together - inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the particular services someone requires. Ratings pull those signals into a single number, but they cannot stand in for a visit or a conversation with the staff.

When you are choosing for yourself or someone you care for in ZIP 18711, Wilkes Barre, PA, 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.

What CMS data shows for hospitals in ZIP 18711

Among the 2 hospitalss listed in ZIP 18711, 2 (100%) have a published CMS overall star rating in the current data. Recorded ownership divides as 1 non-profit, 1 other. In this ZIP, the top published overall rating is 5.0 out of 5 at WILKES BARRE VA MEDICAL CENTER (other). Among rated providers, scores span 4.0 to 5.0 out of 5.

Providers on record2
With a published overall rating2 of 2 (100%)
Average overall rating4.5 / 5
Highest-rated providerWILKES BARRE VA MEDICAL CENTER (5.0 / 5)
Ownership mix1 non-profit, 1 other
Certified beds (total)Not reported
Providers with a federal penalty0
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Frequently asked questions

What other ZIP codes near Wilkes Barre have hospitals?
This care type is not listed in any other ZIP code in Wilkes Barre in the current data.
Do any providers in ZIP 18711 have federal penalties?
No federal penalties are recorded for the providers currently listed in ZIP 18711 in this CMS data.
Which hospital in ZIP 18711 has the highest CMS rating?
In the current data, WILKES BARRE VA MEDICAL CENTER has the highest published CMS overall star rating among hospitals in ZIP 18711, at 5.0 out of 5.
How do I choose a hospital in ZIP 18711?
When comparing hospitals, examine the CMS overall rating along with the measure groups behind it, confirm the services you need are available, and check whether the hospital is in your insurance network. Ratings are signals, not medical advice.
Where does this information come from?
All figures come from the CMS Care Compare public dataset (processing date 2026-10-06). CMS has not reviewed or endorsed this site. Verify current details at Medicare.gov before making care decisions.
How many certified beds are reported in ZIP 18711?
No certified-bed counts are published for the providers currently listed in ZIP 18711. Bed counts apply to nursing homes; other provider types do not report them.

Where this data comes from

Data source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (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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