Erlanger Murphy Medical Center

Owned by Erlanger Health
Murphy, NC • Hospital ID 341328

What You Need to Know

Emergency room wait time
2h 38m
This is 34m shorter than the NC average
Ranked #21 of 95 NC hospitals for speed
Faster than 77% of NC hospitals
Patient safety record
20.3 out of 100 patients return within 30 days
88 out of 100 patient satisfaction score
Fewer readmissions-29% Average patient experience+2%
Ownership class Not reported

Overall Score

82
Out of 100 (compared to other NC hospitals)
Excellent performance
Based on emergency wait times, safety records, and patient satisfaction

How We Rate Hospitals

We compare each hospital only to others in the same state. This keeps comparisons fair since different regions have different challenges.

Above Average
Top third of NC hospitals
Average
Middle third of NC hospitals
Below Average
Bottom third of NC hospitals

Faster Emergency Rooms Nearby

Other NC hospitals where patients typically wait less time:

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Hospitals in NC with shorter average emergency room wait times

Understanding the Terms

Readmissions: When patients need to return within 30 days of being discharged. Lower numbers are better.
Complications: Problems that happen during or after procedures, measured per 1,000 procedures. Lower numbers are better.
Patient satisfaction: How patients rate their overall experience on surveys. Higher scores are better.
OP-18b: The official national measure of emergency room wait times.

Data sources: Official federal datasets from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services). Updated monthly. This information is for educational purposes and should not replace medical advice.

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