Elkhart General Hospital
Elkhart General Hospital is a medical facility located in Elkhart, IN. This hospital has been recognized for America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™, Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™, and more.
Patient Experience Rating
2% lower than the national average
Awards
Healthgrades awards tell you which hospitals deliver superior quality care. Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance using objective quality measures including clinical outcomes and patient safety, as well as patient experience.
Learn more about our awards methodologySpecialty Clinical Quality Awards
America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2024)
Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery
Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia
Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ (2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery
Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2022)
Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Complication Based Ratings
Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Coronary Interventional Procedures (Inpatient)
Mortality In-Hospital
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Heart Attack
Mortality In-Hospital
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Heart Failure
Mortality In-Hospital
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Valve Surgery
Mortality In-Hospital
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Specialty Excellence Awards
America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™
2024
Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™
2023
Complication Based Ratings
Diabetic Emergencies
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Pulmonary Embolism
Mortality In-Hospital
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Respiratory Failure
Mortality In-Hospital
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Sepsis
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Gallbladder Removal Surgery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Bowel Obstruction
Mortality In-Hospital
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Colorectal Surgeries
Mortality In-Hospital
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Gastrointestinal Bleed
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Pancreatitis
Mortality In-Hospital
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Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
Mortality In-Hospital
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Specialty Excellence Awards
Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™
2022
Mortality Based Ratings
Cranial Neurosurgery
Mortality In-Hospital
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Stroke
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Hip Fracture Treatment
In Hospital
Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Outpatient Total Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Outpatient Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Outpatient Back and Neck Surgery (except Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Pneumonia
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Specialty Excellence Awards
Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™
2024, 2023, 2022
Complication Based Ratings
Spinal Fusion
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Carotid Procedures
In Hospital
Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Learn more about patient experienceElkhart General Hospital
National Average
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
Elkhart General Hospital
National Average
Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Provider Reviews
South Bend, IN Apr 04 2024
Review for Dr. Harris III
Dr Smith takes a deep personal concern for your best health. He is through, cautious, and seeks the best plan for the patient. His follow up is wonderful and he takes all the necessary time to be sure the patient understands options and outcomes.
Daniel Ronk Mar 31 2024
Review for Dr. Smith
I had a near fatal event, and had never had symptoms before, and thanks to Dr. Steinberg, have been great ever since the emergency surgery He performed a couple of years ago. I just want to take advantage of this platform to say how greatfull I am.
Perry Swinehart Mar 28 2024
Review for Dr. Steinberg
Dr. Schmidt has been very thorough in her knowledge of my past medical history. She listens well and genuinely cares about your health. She is also very up-to-date on medical issues.
KJ Mar 26 2024
Review for Dr. Schmid
Dr. Lira is outstanding. I never feel rushed appointments, and she is very supportive. I received the call once on a Sunday morning because she'd gotten the test result that she thought I would want to know about. Another time I asked a question over the weekend using the online portal and she...
Mar 22 2024
Review for Dr. Lira
Location
Elkhart General Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Elkhart General Hospital located?
Elkhart General Hospital is located at 600 East Blvd, Elkhart, IN 46514. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has Elkhart General Hospital won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, Elkhart General Hospital has been awarded with America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™, Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™, Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™, and 1 more in the past two years.
Is Elkhart General Hospital highly rated with patients?
64% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does Elkhart General Hospital score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 13 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at Elkhart General Hospital?
Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades Elkhart General Hospital profile..
How does Elkhart General Hospital rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
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Dr. Harris is an amazing doctor, and does all he can to help! I have been seeing him many years for complex issues. He listens, explains, and is not afraid to run tests or find new ways to help. He is the best allergist I have seen. The front desk appointment setters are all very pleasant to work...