PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER – Hospital, AMERICUS, Georgia
Acute Care Hospitals
CMS quality ratings
Overall hospital star rating
Mortality
No different than the national valueSafety of care
No different than the national valueReadmission
Below the national averagePatient experience
No different than the national valueEffectiveness of care
No different than the national valueTimeliness of care
Below the national averageSource: CMS Provider Data Catalog (Care Compare). "Compared to national" categories are published by CMS. This information is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice.
Patient experience highlights (HCAHPS)
HCAHPS overall star rating
3
Would definitely recommend
6%
Survey response rate
12%
Reporting period: 1 July 2024 – 30 June 2025 · Surveys completed: 281
PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER is a Acute Care Hospitals in AMERICUS, Georgia with a 3-star CMS overall hospital rating. Safety of care matches the national average. Readmission is below the national average. Review HCAHPS patient experience, infections, outcomes, and Medicare payment data on this page.
Main info
Emergency Services
142 Providers
Name
PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER
Address
126 HIGHWAY 280 W
Phone
(229) 931-1280
CMS Provider ID
110044
Ownership Type
Government - Hospital District or Authority
Data current as of
31 May 2026
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Acute Care Hospitals Address
126 HIGHWAY 280 W
AMERICUS, GA 31719
Phone: (229) 931-1280
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Additional information
General
| Measure Name | Measure Value |
|---|---|
| Meets criteria for promoting interoperability |
Mortality
| Measure Name | Measure Value |
|---|---|
| Count of measures included in the Mortality measure group | 8 |
| Number of Mortality measures used in the hospital’s overall star rating | 5 |
| Number of Mortality measures that are better than the national value | 0 |
| Number of Mortality measures that are no different than the national value | 5 |
| Number of Mortality measures that are worse than the national value | 0 |
Safety
| Measure Name | Measure Value |
|---|---|
| Count of measures included in the Safety of Care measure group | 8 |
| Number of Safety of care measures used in the hospital’s overall star rating | 4 |
| Number of Safety of care measures that are better than the national value | 1 |
| Number of Safety of care measures that are no different than the national value | 3 |
| Number of Safety of care measures that are worse than the national value | 0 |
Readmission
| Measure Name | Measure Value |
|---|---|
| Count of measures included in the Readmission measure group | 11 |
| Number of Readmission measures used in the hospital’s overall star rating | 8 |
| Number of Readmission measures that are better than the national value | 0 |
| Number of Readmission measures that are no different than the national value | 7 |
| Number of Readmission measures that are worse than the national value | 1 |
Patient Experience
| Measure Name | Measure Value |
|---|---|
| Count of measures included in the Patient experience measure group | 15 |
| Number of Patient experience measures used in the hospital’s overall star rating | 15 |
Timeliness
| Measure Name | Measure Value |
|---|---|
| Count of measures included in the Timely and effective care measure group | 10 |
| Number of Timely and effective care measures used in the hospital’s overall star rating | 8 |
Quality & patient experience
Data summary
- Patient experience (HCAHPS): 136 measure(s)
- Infections (HAI): 72 measure(s)
- Complications & deaths: 20 measure(s)
- Unplanned visits: 14 measure(s)
- Timely & effective care: 40 measure(s)
Patient experience (HCAHPS)
Infections (HAI)
Complications & deaths
Unplanned visits
Timely & effective care
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (Care Compare). Data may be delayed or incomplete. "Compared to national" is CMS's category (Better / No different / Worse). Footnotes explain why a value is missing, suppressed, or not applicable. This information is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice.
Patient experience (HCAHPS)
No HCAHPS data available for this hospital.
Payments
Value of Care hip/knee replacement
$24,138
Average Complications and Higher Payment
Value of Care Pneumonia measure
$18,466
Worse Mortality and Average Payment
Value of Care Heart Attack measure
—
Value of Care Heart Failure measur
$16,437
Average Mortality and Average Payment
The payment calculations for different medical conditions cover specific time periods and include all related expenses:
- Heart attack, heart failure, and pneumonia: Payments are totaled from the day the patient is admitted to the hospital and continue for the next 30 days.
- Hip/knee replacement: Payments are totaled from the day the patient is admitted and continue for the next 90 days.
These totals include payments made to hospitals, doctor’s offices, skilled nursing facilities, hospices, and any copayments made by the patient during that time. Payments can come from Medicare, other health insurers, or the patients themselves.
| Measure Name | Category | Denominator | Payment | Lower Estimate | Higher Estimate | Payment Footnote | Care Name | Care Category | Care Footnote | Voting Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payment for hip/knee replacement patients | Greater Than the National Average Payment | 50 | $24,138 | $21,762 | $26,719 | - | Value of Care hip/knee replacement | Average Complications and Higher Payment | - | 2016-04-01 - 2019-03-31 |
| Payment for pneumonia patients | No Different Than the National Average Payment | 134 | $18,466 | $16,568 | $20,254 | - | Value of Care Pneumonia measure | Worse Mortality and Average Payment | - | 2016-07-01 - 2019-06-30 |
| Payment for heart attack patients | Number of Cases Too Small | - | - | - | - | 1 | Value of Care Heart Attack measure | - | 13 | 2016-07-01 - 2019-06-30 |
| Payment for heart failure patients | No Different Than the National Average Payment | 72 | $16,437 | $14,642 | $18,521 | - | Value of Care Heart Failure measur | Average Mortality and Average Payment | - | 2016-07-01 - 2019-06-30 |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER located?
PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER is located in AMERICUS, Georgia. The address and map on this page show the facility location from our directory and CMS records.
What is the CMS overall star rating for PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER?
Medicare Care Compare reports an overall hospital star rating of 3 out of 5 stars for PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER. Star ratings summarize mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care measures published by CMS.
Does PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER offer emergency services?
Yes — this hospital reports 24/7 emergency services. Always confirm current ER availability and wait times directly with the hospital before traveling for urgent care.
What does "compared to national" mean on this page?
CMS compares each measure group to the national benchmark and labels results as better than, no different than, or worse than the national value. These categories help you see how PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER performs relative to similar hospitals — they are not medical advice.
How can I compare PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER with other hospitals in AMERICUS?
Use the CMS quality summary at the top of this page, browse other hospitals in AMERICUS via our city directory, and review the full measure tables under Quality & patient experience. You can also open the official Medicare Care Compare profile for CMS Provider ID 110044.
What type of hospital is PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER?
PHOEBE SUMTER MEDICAL CENTER is listed as Acute Care Hospitals with Government - Hospital District or Authority ownership in CMS hospital data. Provider affiliations and insurance plans on this page may help you explore connected clinicians and coverage in the area.
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