Hospitals in ZIP 51503 (Council Bluffs, IA)
Public CMS data maps 2 Medicare-certified hospitals to ZIP 51503 in Council Bluffs, IA, rated 4.0 out of 5 on average where a rating is published.
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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 profiles in ZIP 51503
What CMS data shows for hospitals in ZIP 51503
Among the 2 hospitalss listed in ZIP 51503, 2 (100%) have a published CMS overall star rating in the current data. Recorded ownership divides as 2 non-profit. In this ZIP, the top published overall rating is 5.0 out of 5 at CHI HEALTH MERCY COUNCIL BLUFFS (non-profit). Among rated providers, scores span 3.0 to 5.0 out of 5.
| Providers on record | 2 |
|---|---|
| With a published overall rating | 2 of 2 (100%) |
| Average overall rating | 4.0 / 5 |
| Highest-rated provider | CHI HEALTH MERCY COUNCIL BLUFFS (5.0 / 5) |
| Ownership mix | 2 non-profit |
| Certified beds (total) | Not reported |
| Providers with a federal penalty | 0 |
Hospitals data comparison
| Provider | Care type | Overall | Ownership | Certified beds | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHI HEALTH MERCY COUNCIL BLUFFS | Hospital | 5.0 | non-profit | — | 0 |
| METHODIST JENNIE EDMUNDSON | Hospital | 3.0 | non-profit | — | 0 |
How to compare hospitals in ZIP 51503
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 51503, Council Bluffs, IA, 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.
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