Unitypoint Health Meriter
Patients that would definitely recommend
11% higher than the national average
Unitypoint Health Meriter is a medical facility located in Madison, WI. This hospital has been recognized for Patient Safety Excellence Award™, Outstanding Patient Experience Award™, and more.
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.
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Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
Specialty Clinical Quality Awards
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia
Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2024)
Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™ (2023, 2022)
Superior clinical outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis, and diabetic emergencies
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2023, 2022)
Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery
Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care 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
Appendectomy
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
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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Specialty Excellence Awards
Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™
2024
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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Specialty Excellence Awards
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™
2023, 2022
Complication Based Ratings
Gallbladder Removal Surgery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Bowel Obstruction
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
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
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™
2023, 2022
Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™
2023
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™
2022
Complication Based Ratings
Gynecologic Procedures
In Hospital
Hysterectomy
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
C-Section Delivery
In Hospital
Vaginal Delivery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Stroke
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Hip Fracture Treatment
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
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care Award™
2024, 2023, 2022
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).
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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
Unitypoint Health Meriter
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
millenialRN Mar 25 2024
Review for Dr. Galusha
I’ve seen Dr. Galusha for several years now and I highly recommend her. She is a good listener, she is thorough and never makes me feel rushed. She answers my questions thoughtfully and really practices shared decision making. I have had many personal and professional interactions with providers...
millennialRN Mar 25 2024
Review for Dr. Galusha
Dr. Bartels saved my life twice. While she is professional and an extraordinary physician, she is also caring and thoughtful. She never rushes me. She will call me at night, on the weekend, anytime to see how I am doing. Dr. Bartels is the very best of the best.
Nicholas Chiarkas Mar 22 2024
Review for Dr. Bartels
Dr. Belsky genuinely cares about her patients. Is very knowledgeable. Will refer to specialist. Responds to recommendations from specialists. Has excellent follow-up. She is the best physician and person you will find
Registered Nurse Mar 22 2024
Review for Dr. Belsky
My daughter has lupus, and for years now has treated her and helped her very much with inflammation and pain.He is a no nonsense professional, efficient with time and very knowledgeable!
Cindy Z. Mar 21 2024
Review for Dr. Arnason
Location
Unitypoint Health Meriter
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Unitypoint Health Meriter located?
Unitypoint Health Meriter is located at 202 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has Unitypoint Health Meriter won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, Unitypoint Health Meriter has been awarded with Patient Safety Excellence Award™, Outstanding Patient Experience Award™, America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care Award™, and 5 more in the past two years.
Is Unitypoint Health Meriter highly rated with patients?
77% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does Unitypoint Health Meriter score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 13 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at Unitypoint Health Meriter?
Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades Unitypoint Health Meriter profile..
How does Unitypoint Health Meriter rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
Healthgrades provides detailed information on hospital safety and outcomes for patients. Click here to learn more about hospital safety.
I’ve seen Dr. Galusha for several years now and I highly recommend her. She is a good listener, she is thorough and never makes me feel rushed. She answers my questions thoughtfully and really practices shared decision making. I have had many personal and professional interactions with providers...