NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC – Hospital, SAINT ALBANS, Vermont
Acute Care Hospitals
CMS quality ratings
Overall hospital star rating
Mortality
No different than the national valueSafety of care
Below the national averageReadmission
No different than the national valuePatient experience
No different than the national valueEffectiveness of care
No different than the national valueTimeliness of care
No different than the national valueMedical imaging
No different than the national valueSource: 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
7%
Survey response rate
24%
Reporting period: 1 July 2024 – 30 June 2025 · Surveys completed: 429
NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC is a Acute Care Hospitals in SAINT ALBANS, Vermont with a 4-star CMS overall hospital rating. Safety of care is below the national average. Readmission matches the national average. Review HCAHPS patient experience, infections, outcomes, and Medicare payment data on this page.
Main info
Emergency Services
157 Providers
Name
NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC
Address
Northwestern Medical Center, 133, Fairfield Street, Hill Farm Estates, Saint Albans, Franklin County, Vermont, 05478, United States of America
Phone
(802) 524-5911
CMS Provider ID
470024
Ownership Type
Voluntary non-profit - Other
Data current as of
31 May 2026
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Acute Care Hospitals Address
Northwestern Medical Center, 133, Fairfield Street, Hill Farm Estates, Saint Albans, Franklin County, Vermont, 05478, United States of America
SAINT ALBANS, VT 05478
Phone: (802) 524-5911
Providers information
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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 | 6 |
| 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 | 1 |
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 | 3 |
| 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 | 2 |
| 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 | 6 |
| Number of Readmission measures that are better than the national value | 2 |
| Number of Readmission measures that are no different than the national value | 4 |
| Number of Readmission measures that are worse than the national value | 0 |
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 Pneumonia measure
$16,155
Average Mortality and Lower Payment
Value of Care Heart Failure measur
$16,097
Average Mortality and Lower Payment
Value of Care Heart Attack measure
$25,074
Average Mortality and Average Payment
Value of Care hip/knee replacement
$18,194
Average Complications and Lower 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 pneumonia patients | Less Than the National Average Payment | 256 | $16,155 | $14,898 | $17,399 | - | Value of Care Pneumonia measure | Average Mortality and Lower Payment | - | 2016-07-01 - 2019-06-30 |
| Payment for heart failure patients | Less Than the National Average Payment | 178 | $16,097 | $14,708 | $17,620 | - | Value of Care Heart Failure measur | Average Mortality and Lower Payment | - | 2016-07-01 - 2019-06-30 |
| Payment for heart attack patients | No Different Than the National Average Payment | 77 | $25,074 | $22,386 | $28,115 | - | Value of Care Heart Attack measure | Average Mortality and Average Payment | - | 2016-07-01 - 2019-06-30 |
| Payment for hip/knee replacement patients | Less Than the National Average Payment | 109 | $18,194 | $17,116 | $19,390 | - | Value of Care hip/knee replacement | Average Complications and Lower Payment | - | 2016-04-01 - 2019-03-31 |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC located?
NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC is located in SAINT ALBANS, Vermont. 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 NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC?
Medicare Care Compare reports an overall hospital star rating of 4 out of 5 stars for NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC. Star ratings summarize mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care measures published by CMS.
Does NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC 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 NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC performs relative to similar hospitals — they are not medical advice.
How can I compare NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC with other hospitals in SAINT ALBANS?
Use the CMS quality summary at the top of this page, browse other hospitals in SAINT ALBANS 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 470024.
What type of hospital is NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC?
NORTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER INC is listed as Acute Care Hospitals with Voluntary non-profit - Other 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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