MEDICAL WEST, AN AFFILIATE OF UAB HEALTH SYSTEM

Medical West is an acute care hospital situated in Bessemer, Alabama, serving the healthcare needs of its local and surrounding communities. The facility functions as an affiliate of the UAB Health System, indicating its operational and clinical connections to a broader regional healthcare network.

The hospital's quality metrics include an overall rating of 2 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), based on current available data (CMS Care Compare, current). This rating reflects performance across various quality measures, including patient experience, effectiveness of care, and safety. As an affiliate, Medical West benefits from its association with the UAB Health System, a notable academic medical center, though specific special designations for Medical West itself, such as teaching hospital status or trauma center levels, are not specified.