Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a medical facility located in Bangor, ME. This hospital has been recognized for America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ and Joint Replacement Excellence Award™.
Patient Experience Rating
3% 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 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2024)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Complication Based Ratings
Defibrillator Procedures
In Hospital
Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Mortality In-Hospital
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Coronary Interventional Procedures (Inpatient)
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Heart Attack
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Heart Failure
Mortality In-Hospital
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Valve Surgery
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Complication Based Ratings
Diabetic Emergencies
In Hospital
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Pulmonary Embolism
Mortality In-Hospital
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Respiratory Failure
Mortality In-Hospital
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Sepsis
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Complication Based Ratings
Gallbladder Removal Surgery
In Hospital
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Bowel Obstruction
Mortality In-Hospital
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Colorectal Surgeries
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Gastrointestinal Bleed
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Pancreatitis
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Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Mortality Based Ratings
Cranial Neurosurgery
Mortality In-Hospital
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Stroke
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Complication Based Ratings
Hip Fracture Treatment
In Hospital
Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Specialty Excellence Awards
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™
2024
Joint Replacement Excellence Award™
2023
Complication Based Ratings
Outpatient Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Outpatient Back and Neck Surgery (except Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
Outpatient Rotator Cuff Repair
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Prostate Removal Surgery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Mortality In-Hospital
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Pneumonia
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Spinal Fusion
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
In Hospital
Carotid Procedures
In Hospital
Peripheral Vascular Bypass
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 experienceNorthern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
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
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
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
Apr 16 2024
Review for Dr. Morse
Dr. Ahmed is very knowledgeable and cares. She goes in every direction if it needs to be looked at. We have learned so much about this syndrome and what could or would Happen through life, all necessary test were order and the results are relayed timely!
Apr 13 2024
Review for Dr. Ahmed
My kids have been seeing Dr. Hentschel for awhile, and we couldn't be happier with the care they provide. They're incredibly knowledgeable, always take the time to listen to our concerns, and have a wonderful way of connecting with my family. Their expertise and genuine care make every visit a...
Apr 10 2024
Review for Dr. Hentschel
Dr. Raju listened to my concerns and responded with informative, concise answers. She had a calm demeanor and checked into my comfort level during the exam. She is efficient yet I did not feel rushed during the appointment.
Apr 10 2024
Review for Dr. Raju
Dr. Burch was our pediatrician for over 20 years and she cared for our 5 children impeccably. We have a wide range of medical issues and she handled them all with extreme professionalism and diligence. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated, experienced physician. She is the...
C. Pratt Apr 09 2024
Review for Dr. Burch
Location
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center located?
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is located at 489 State St, Bangor, ME 04401. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center has been awarded with America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ and Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ in the past two years.
Is Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center highly rated with patients?
60% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 13 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center?
Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center profile..
How does Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
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Within just a few minutes everything was explained and understood