WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER

Why Should You Consider WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER for Your Healthcare?

WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER is a Acute Care Hospitals located in WEST HILLS, CA. This hospital provides emergency services and has 202 affiliated medical professionals. Patient satisfaction is notable with 61% of patients recommending this hospital to others.

Hospital Type & Services

WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER is classified as a Acute Care Hospitals, which means it provides specialized care for patients with serious medical conditions requiring immediate attention.

Ownership & Accountability

This hospital operates under Proprietary ownership, which affects governance, funding, and accountability structures. Medicare ID: 50481

Key Performance Indicators

1/5 Stars

CMS Overall Rating

61%

Patients Recommend

24/7

Emergency Services

Cost Comparison

Understanding hospital costs is crucial for healthcare planning. At WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER, emergency patients are charged an average of $29,271. This is higher than the state average of $27,571 and higher than the national average of $26,591.

Quick Navigation

Jump to the information you need most:

Data Transparency

All information sourced from U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and verified as of April 30, 2025. We update our data monthly to ensure accuracy.

How Much Does Care Cost at WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER?

Understanding hospital costs is crucial for healthcare planning. Here's what you need to know about the financial aspects of receiving care at WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER.

Important Note: Hospital pricing is complex and varies significantly based on your insurance, the specific treatments you need, and your individual circumstances. The data below provides standardized comparisons but may not reflect your actual costs.

Medicare Spending Comparison

To provide a standard metric for comparing hospital costs, CMS publishes the MSPB (Medicare Spending Per Beneficiary). Even if you're not on Medicare, this metric helps compare relative costs between hospitals.

Not Available

vs. National Average

Cost data not available

What This Means for You

Cost comparison data is not available for WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER. Contact the hospital directly for pricing information and financial assistance options.

Remember: Your actual costs will depend on your insurance coverage, deductibles, and the specific care you receive.

Detailed Cost Breakdown

Here's a more detailed look at average spending patterns for different types of care at WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER:

Type of Care	Average Cost	Period
Home Health Agency Healthcare costs for this service type	$28	1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Hospice Healthcare costs for this service type	$1	1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Inpatient Healthcare costs for this service type	$14	1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Outpatient Healthcare costs for this service type	$76	1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Skilled Nursing Facility Healthcare costs for this service type	$37	1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Durable Medical Equipment Healthcare costs for this service type	$16	1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Carrier Healthcare costs for this service type	$839	1 to 3 days Prior to Index Hospital Admission
Home Health Agency Healthcare costs for this service type	$0	During Index Hospital Admission
Hospice Healthcare costs for this service type	$0	During Index Hospital Admission
Inpatient Healthcare costs for this service type	$11,650	During Index Hospital Admission
Outpatient Healthcare costs for this service type	$0	During Index Hospital Admission
Skilled Nursing Facility Healthcare costs for this service type	$0	During Index Hospital Admission
Durable Medical Equipment Healthcare costs for this service type	$42	During Index Hospital Admission
Carrier Healthcare costs for this service type	$2,104	During Index Hospital Admission
Home Health Agency Healthcare costs for this service type	$999	1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Hospice Healthcare costs for this service type	$343	1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Inpatient Healthcare costs for this service type	$3,820	1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Outpatient Healthcare costs for this service type	$636	1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Skilled Nursing Facility Healthcare costs for this service type	$6,340	1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Durable Medical Equipment Healthcare costs for this service type	$155	1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Carrier Healthcare costs for this service type	$2,171	1 through 30 days After Discharge from Index Hospital Admission
Total Healthcare costs for this service type	$29,271	Complete Episode

Cost Transparency: These figures represent Medicare spending averages and may not reflect costs for privately insured patients. Always contact WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER's financial counselors for personalized cost estimates and payment plan options.

How Safe Is WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER from Infections?

Hospital-acquired infections are a serious concern for patient safety. Here's how WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER performs in preventing infections compared to national standards.

Why This Matters: Hospital-acquired infections can significantly impact your recovery and health outcomes. Lower infection rates indicate better hygiene protocols, staff training, and overall patient safety measures.

Infection Prevention Performance

These measures show how often patients at WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER contract specific infections during their medical treatment, compared to national benchmarks:

Type of Infection	WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER Score	vs. National Benchmark
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Lower Confidence Limit Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	1.00	Worse
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Upper Confidence Limit Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	3.77	Worse
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection: Number of Device Days Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	5,934.00	Worse
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Predicted Cases Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	4.38	Worse
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Observed Cases Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	9.00	Worse
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards) Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	2.06	Worse
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Lower Confidence Limit Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	0.06	Same
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Upper Confidence Limit Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	1.13	Same
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Number of Urinary Catheter Days Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	7,612.00	Same
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Predicted Cases Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	5.86	Same
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Observed Cases Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	2.00	Same
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards) Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	0.34	Same
SSI - Colon Surgery: Lower Confidence Limit Surgical site infections after operations	0.02	Same
SSI - Colon Surgery: Upper Confidence Limit Surgical site infections after operations	2.33	Same
SSI - Colon Surgery: Number of Procedures Surgical site infections after operations	80.00	Same
SSI - Colon Surgery: Predicted Cases Surgical site infections after operations	2.12	Same
SSI - Colon Surgery: Observed Cases Surgical site infections after operations	1.00	Same
SSI - Colon Surgery Surgical site infections after operations	0.47	Same
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Lower Confidence Limit Surgical site infections after operations	Not Available	Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Upper Confidence Limit Surgical site infections after operations	Not Available	Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Number of Procedures Surgical site infections after operations	14.00	Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Predicted Cases Surgical site infections after operations	0.10	Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Observed Cases Surgical site infections after operations	1.00	Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy Surgical site infections after operations	Not Available	Not Available
MRSA Bacteremia: Lower Confidence Limit Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections	N/A	Same
MRSA Bacteremia: Upper Confidence Limit Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections	1.26	Same
MRSA Bacteremia: Patient Days Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections	40,714.00	Same
MRSA Bacteremia: Predicted Cases Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections	2.38	Same
MRSA Bacteremia: Observed Cases Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections	0.00	Same
MRSA Bacteremia Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections	0.00	Same
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Lower Confidence Limit Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	0.28	Better
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Upper Confidence Limit Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	0.97	Better
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Patient Days Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	40,714.00	Better
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Predicted Cases Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	18.35	Better
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Observed Cases Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	10.00	Better
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff) Healthcare-associated infection prevention measure	0.55	Better

Understanding Infection Scores

Better Than National

Lower infection rates indicate excellent infection prevention protocols and staff adherence to safety measures.

Same as National

Infection rates meet national standards, indicating adequate safety protocols are in place.

Worse Than National

Higher infection rates may indicate areas for improvement in infection prevention protocols.

Your Role in Infection Prevention: As a patient, you can help prevent infections by following hand hygiene guidelines, asking healthcare workers to wash their hands, and speaking up about any concerns regarding cleanliness or infection prevention protocols.

How Does WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER Compare to Other Hospitals?

Comparing hospitals helps you understand relative quality and safety performance. Here's how WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER measures against similar facilities nationally and in your area.

Best Hospitals in Your Area

See how the top-performing hospitals in WEST HILLS, CA compare to WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER.

View Top Hospitals

Hospitals to Avoid

Learn about lower-performing hospitals in WEST HILLS, CA for comparison.

View Lower-Rated Hospitals

Patient Safety & Complication Rates

These measures track serious complications and death rates at WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER compared to national averages. Lower rates generally indicate better patient safety and care quality.

Safety Measure	WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER Rate	vs. National Average
Rate of complications for hip/knee replacement patients Measures serious complications during or after treatment	3.1%	Same as National
Death rate for heart attack patients Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure	10.8%	Same as National
Death rate for CABG surgery patients Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure	3%	Same as National
Death rate for COPD patients Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure	8.3%	Same as National
Death rate for heart failure patients Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure	8.9%	Better than National
Death rate for pneumonia patients Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure	16.2%	Same as National
Death rate for stroke patients Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure	11.2%	Same as National
Pressure ulcer rate Important patient safety and quality measure	0.14%	Same as National
Death rate among surgical inpatients with serious treatable complications Tracks patient deaths related to this condition or procedure	129.31%	Same as National
Iatrogenic pneumothorax rate Important patient safety and quality measure	0.24%	Same as National
In-hospital fall-associated fracture rate Important patient safety and quality measure	0.27%	Same as National
Postoperative hemorrhage or hematoma rate Important patient safety and quality measure	1.84%	Same as National
Postoperative acute kidney injury requiring dialysis rate Important patient safety and quality measure	1.56%	Same as National
Postoperative respiratory failure rate Important patient safety and quality measure	13.56%	Same as National
Perioperative pulmonary embolism or deep vein thrombosis rate Important patient safety and quality measure	3.65%	Same as National
Postoperative sepsis rate Important patient safety and quality measure	5.3%	Same as National
Postoperative wound dehiscence rate Important patient safety and quality measure	1.72%	Same as National
Abdominopelvic accidental puncture or laceration rate Important patient safety and quality measure	0.71%	Same as National
CMS Medicare PSI 90: Patient safety and adverse events composite Important patient safety and quality measure	0.9%	Same as National

Understanding Safety Scores: "Better than National" means WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER has lower complication/death rates than average, indicating higher safety. "Worse than National" suggests higher rates that may warrant discussion with your healthcare team about risk factors.

Where Can You Go for Extended Recovery After WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER?

Many patients need continued care after a hospital stay. If you're not ready to return home, skilled nursing facilities provide professional medical care during your recovery period.

Why This Matters: Choosing the right skilled nursing facility can significantly impact your recovery. These facilities provide 24/7 nursing care, physical therapy, and medical supervision when you need more support than home care can provide.

Nearby Skilled Nursing Options

Here are skilled nursing facilities near WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER, ranked by their CMS 5-Star Overall Rating. Higher ratings indicate better quality care and patient satisfaction.

Facility Name & Location	CMS Quality Rating
Granada Hills Convalescent GRANADA HILLS, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Mary Health of The Sick Convalescent and Nursing Hos NEWBURY PARK, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Lake Balboa Care Center VAN NUYS, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Grancell Village of The Jewish Homes For The Aging RESEDA, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Solheim Senior Community LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Bonnie Brae Skilled Nursing LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Lotus Care Center LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Marycrest Manor CULVER CITY, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Centinela Skilled Nursing and Wellness Centre West INGLEWOOD, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Joyce Eisenberg Keefer Medical Center D/p Snf RESEDA, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Osage Healthcare and Wellness Centre INGLEWOOD, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
White Memorial Medical Ctr Dp LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Glendale Adventist Medical Center Dp/snf GLENDALE, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Panorama Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation Center PANORAMA CITY, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Oakview Skilled Nursing THOUSAND OAKS, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley SUN VALLEY, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Angels Nursing Health Center LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Montecito Heights Healthcare and Wellness Centre, LP LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Clear View Convalescent Center GARDENA, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Camarillo Healthcare Center CAMARILLO, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Montrose Healthcare Center MONTROSE, CA View Details	5/5 Excellent
Sherman Oaks Hospital Snf Dp SHERMAN OAKS, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Vineland Post Acute NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Guardian Rehabilitation Hospital LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Alcott Rehabilitation Hospital LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Oakpark Healthcare Center TUJUNGA, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Eisenberg Village RESEDA, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital D/p Snf LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Memorial Hospital of Gardena D/p Snf GARDENA, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Huntington Park Nursing Center HUNTINGTON PARK, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Hawthorne Healthcare and Wellness Centre, LP HAWTHORNE, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Pavilion On Pico Healthcare and Wellness Centre, LP LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Burlington Convalescent Hospital LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Mid-Wilshire Health Care Cntr LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Glendale Healthcare Center GLENDALE, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Sunset Park Healthcare SANTA MONICA, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Westlake Convalescent Hospital LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
High Valley Lodge SUNLAND, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Virgil Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Simi Healthcare Center SIMI VALLEY, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
St. John's Hospital Camarillo D/p Snf CAMARILLO, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Santa Monica Health Care Center SANTA MONICA, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Veterans Home of California - West Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Ararat Post Acute GLENDALE, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Clear View Sanitarium GARDENA, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Topanga Terrace CANOGA PARK, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Century Villa, Inc INGLEWOOD, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
West Pico Terrace Healthcare and Wellness Centre LP LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
The Meadows Post Acute PANORAMA CITY, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
Hollenbeck Palms LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
St Andrews LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	4/5 Excellent
West Valley Post Acute WEST HILLS, CA View Details	3/5 Good
West Gardena Post Acute GARDENA, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Alvarado Care Center LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Olympia Convalescent Hospital LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Meadowbrook Behavioral Health Center LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Grand Park Convalescent Hospital LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Gardena Convalescent Center GARDENA, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Country Manor Healthcare LAKE VIEW TERRACE, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Greenfield Care Center of Fillmore, LLC FILLMORE, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Providence Holy Cross Med Ctr D/p Snf MISSION HILLS, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Overland Terrace Healthcare and Wellness Centre, LP LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	3/5 Good
The Earlwood TORRANCE, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Sherwood Oaks Post Acute THOUSAND OAKS, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Ararat Convalescent Hospital LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Rosecrans Care Center GARDENA, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Leisure Glen Post Acute Care Center GLENDALE, CA View Details	3/5 Good
West Hollywood Healthcare and Wellness Centre, LP LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Casitas Care Center GRANADA HILLS, CA View Details	3/5 Good
The Hills Healthcare Center SUNLAND, CA View Details	3/5 Good
The Gardens Healthcare Center NORTHRIDGE, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Pacific Post Acute SANTA MONICA, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Palazzo Post Acute LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Thousand Oaks Post Acute, LLC THOUSAND OAKS, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Villa Scalabrini Special Care SUN VALLEY, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Montrose Springs Skilled Nursing and Wellness Center MONTROSE, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Sunnyview Care Center LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	3/5 Good
Westwood Post Acute Care LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Infinity Care of East Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
The Care Center On Hazeltine, LLC VAN NUYS, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center GARDENA, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Vista Del Sol Care Center LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Alden Terrace Convalescent Hospital LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Park View Nursing and Subacute RESEDA, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
California Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center VAN NUYS, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Imperial Crest Health Care Center HAWTHORNE, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Valley Village Care Center NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Flower Villa, Inc LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Berkley Post-Acute VAN NUYS, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Fireside Health Care Center SANTA MONICA, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Alameda Care Center BURBANK, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Griffith Park Healthcare Center GLENDALE, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Southern California Hosp at Culver City D/p Snf CULVER CITY, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Providence St Elizabeth Care Center NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Motion Picture and T.V. Hosp D/p Snf WOODLAND HILLS, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
University Park Healthcare Center LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Beverly Hills Rehabilitation Centre LOS ANGELES, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Autumn Hills Health Care Center GLENDALE, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Broadway Manor Care Center GLENDALE, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average
Ocean Park Healthcare SANTA MONICA, CA View Details	2/5 Below Average

Choosing a Skilled Nursing Facility: Consider factors like star ratings, location convenience for family visits, specialized services you need, and insurance acceptance. Don't hesitate to visit facilities in person before making a decision.

What Medical Team Can You Access at WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER?

The quality of medical professionals affiliated with a hospital directly impacts your care. Here's information about the doctors and medical groups associated with WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER.

202 Individual Physicians

Licensed medical professionals with admitting privileges or affiliations

85 Medical Groups

Organized physician practices and specialty groups

Affiliated Medical Groups

These medical groups have physicians who practice at WEST HILLS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER. Working with an affiliated group can provide better coordination of your hospital and outpatient care.