Hospitals in ZIP 21044 (Columbia, MD)

Within Columbia, MD, ZIP 21044 has 1 Medicare-certified hospitals on record, averaging 3.0 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating.

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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.

ZIP 21044 at a glance

This ZIP-level profile spans 1 CMS-certified hospitals in ZIP 21044; 1 of them report an overall star rating (100%). Recorded ownership divides as 1 non-profit. In this ZIP, the top published overall rating is 3.0 out of 5 at JOHNS HOPKINS HOWARD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER (non-profit).

Providers on record	1
With a published overall rating	1 of 1 (100%)
Average overall rating	3.0 / 5
Highest-rated provider	JOHNS HOPKINS HOWARD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER (3.0 / 5)
Ownership mix	1 non-profit
Certified beds (total)	Not reported
Providers with a federal penalty	0

Provider-level CMS data

Provider	Care type	Overall	Ownership	Certified beds	Penalties
JOHNS HOPKINS HOWARD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER	Hospital	3.0	non-profit	—	0

All hospitals in ZIP 21044

Hospital · Voluntary non-profit - Private Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center Columbia, MD 21044 CMS rating 3.0 / 5

Comparing hospitals in ZIP 21044

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 21044, Columbia, MD, 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.

Frequently asked questions

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.

Who owns the hospitals in ZIP 21044?

Ownership on record for hospitals in ZIP 21044 is 1 non-profit. Ownership does not by itself indicate quality; check each provider's inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

How many hospitals are in ZIP 21044?

The current CMS data lists 1 Medicare-certified hospitals with a mailing address in ZIP 21044 (Columbia, MD).

What other ZIP codes near Columbia have hospitals?

This care type is not listed in any other ZIP code in Columbia in the current data.

How do I choose a hospital in ZIP 21044?

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.

Which hospital in ZIP 21044 has the highest CMS rating?

In the current data, JOHNS HOPKINS HOWARD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER has the highest published CMS overall star rating among hospitals in ZIP 21044, at 3.0 out of 5.

Data & methodology

Every figure on this page is drawn from the CMS Provider Data Catalog 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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