NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER – Hospital, SEATTLE, Washington

CMS quality ratings

Overall hospital star rating

Mortality

No different than the national value

Safety of care

No different than the national value

Readmission

Above the national average

Patient experience

Above the national average

Effectiveness of care

No different than the national value

Timeliness of care

Below the national average

Medical imaging

No different than the national value

View on Medicare Care Compare

Source: 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.

NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER is a Acute Care Hospitals in SEATTLE, Washington with a 4-star CMS overall hospital rating. Safety of care matches the national average. Readmission is above the national average. Review HCAHPS patient experience, infections, outcomes, and Medicare payment data on this page.

Main info

Emergency Services
1 Providers
Name
NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER
Address
University of Washington Medical Center - Northwest Main Hospital, 1550, North 115th Street, Licton Springs, Haller Lake, Seattle, King County, Washington, 98133, United States of America
Phone
(206) 368-1700
CMS Provider ID
500001
Ownership Type
Voluntary non-profit - Other
Data current as of
22 February 2026

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Acute Care Hospitals Address

  • University of Washington Medical Center - Northwest Main Hospital, 1550, North 115th Street, Licton Springs, Haller Lake, Seattle, King County, Washington, 98133, United States of America

    SEATTLE, WA 98133

    Phone: (206) 368-1700

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Additional information

General

Measure NameMeasure Value
Meets criteria for promoting interoperability

Quality & patient experience

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

$18,454

Average Mortality and Average Payment

Value of Care hip/knee replacement

$17,723

Average Complications and Lower Payment

Value of Care Heart Attack measure

$24,827

Average Mortality and Average Payment

Value of Care Heart Failure measur

$15,923

Average Mortality 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 NameCategoryDenominatorPaymentLower EstimateHigher EstimatePayment FootnoteCare NameCare CategoryCare FootnoteVoting Period
Payment for pneumonia patientsNo Different Than the National Average Payment528$18,454$17,511$19,434-Value of Care Pneumonia measureAverage Mortality and Average Payment-2016-07-01 - 2019-06-30
Payment for hip/knee replacement patientsLess Than the National Average Payment772$17,723$17,293$18,162-Value of Care hip/knee replacementAverage Complications and Lower Payment-2016-04-01 - 2019-03-31
Payment for heart attack patientsNo Different Than the National Average Payment127$24,827$22,380$27,418-Value of Care Heart Attack measureAverage Mortality and Average Payment-2016-07-01 - 2019-06-30
Payment for heart failure patientsLess Than the National Average Payment409$15,923$14,978$16,972-Value of Care Heart Failure measurAverage Mortality and Lower Payment-2016-07-01 - 2019-06-30

Insurance plans in this area (ZIP 98133)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER located?
NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER is located in SEATTLE, Washington. 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 NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER?
Medicare Care Compare reports an overall hospital star rating of 4 out of 5 stars for NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER. Star ratings summarize mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care measures published by CMS.
Does NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & 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 NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER performs relative to similar hospitals — they are not medical advice.
How can I compare NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER with other hospitals in SEATTLE?
Use the CMS quality summary at the top of this page, browse other hospitals in SEATTLE 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 500001.
What type of hospital is NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER?
NORTHWEST HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER 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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