Hospitals in ZIP 71270 (Ruston, LA)
2 Medicare-certified hospitals operate in ZIP 71270, Ruston, LA, per the current CMS data, where rated providers average 2.0 out of 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.
Data profile for ZIP 71270
Using CMS data, we can profile the 2 providers with a mailing address in ZIP 71270: 1 (50%) carries a published overall star rating. Recorded ownership divides as 2 for-profit. In this ZIP, the top published overall rating is 2.0 out of 5 at NORTHERN LOUISIANA MEDICAL CENTER (for-profit).
| Providers on record | 2 |
|---|---|
| With a published overall rating | 1 of 2 (50%) |
| Average overall rating | 2.0 / 5 |
| Highest-rated provider | NORTHERN LOUISIANA MEDICAL CENTER (2.0 / 5) |
| Ownership mix | 2 for-profit |
| Certified beds (total) | Not reported |
| Providers with a federal penalty | 0 |
Choosing among hospitals in ZIP 71270
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 71270, Ruston, LA, 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.
CMS measures by provider
| Provider | Care type | Overall | Ownership | Certified beds | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHERN LOUISIANA MEDICAL CENTER | Hospital | 2.0 | for-profit | — | 0 |
| SERENITY SPRINGS SPECIALTY HOSPITAL | Hospital | Not rated | for-profit | — | 0 |
Medicare-certified hospitals in ZIP 71270
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Data sources
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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