Lincoln County Medical Center
Lincoln County Medical Center in Ruidoso, NM - Get directions, phone number, research physicians, and compare hospital ratings for Lincoln County Medical Center on Healthgrades.
Patient Experience Rating
3% lower than the national average
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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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).
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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
Lincoln County Medical Center
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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
Jennifer P Mar 18 2024
Review for Dr. Spencer
Dr Dodson was to the point and confirmed the need to repair a torn rotator cuff. Gave overview of procedure and recovery expectations.Late afternoon appointment resulted in some delay before being seen but that should be expected that time of day. So far, overall, I am pleased with care provided on...
GVJ Mar 12 2024
Review for Dr. Dodson
I felt more like cattle that he was running thru his office than a patient with individual needs. I was told about other patients that were worse off than me and happier with their results than I am. I guess bc I still have pain, and although I had a clean break that did not need surgery, per his...
Mar 12 2024
Review for Dr. Dodson
Dr Freeh came in the examination room unlike any Dr I've seen before. He sat down in the chair next to me and spoke to me like we knew each other for years, it was a pleasant experience all around.
Mar 11 2024
Review for Dr. Freeh
If you’re looking for appropriate care and at least some resemblance of bedside manner, Dr. Katrina Rolen is not for you. She shouldn’t even have the title “Doctor.” She does not listen to patients or address their concerns. I went with my mother for her follow-up. Rolen verbally berated my mother...
Mar 05 2024
Review for Dr. Rolen
Location
Lincoln County Medical Center
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lincoln County Medical Center located?
Lincoln County Medical Center is located at 211 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has Lincoln County Medical Center won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
No, Lincoln County Medical Center has not won any awards in the past few years. Search for Hospitals on Healthgrades to find more.
Is Lincoln County Medical Center highly rated with patients?
73% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does Lincoln County Medical Center score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 8 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at Lincoln County Medical Center?
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How does Lincoln County Medical Center rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
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Doctor Spencer always makes sure that his patient has any questions answered as well as making sure they understand what will happen during a procedure. I highly recommend Dr. Spencer!!!