Hospitals in Columbia, SC

5 Medicare-certified hospitals serve Columbia, South Carolina, with an average CMS overall rating of 3.8 out of 5 among rated providers. Compare profiles below.

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Hospitals profiles in Columbia

Hospital · Veterans Health Administration Columbia Sc VA Medical Center Columbia, SC 29209 CMS rating 5.0 / 5 Hospital · Government - State G Werber Bryan Psych Hosp Columbia, SC 29203 Not CMS-rated Hospital · Voluntary non-profit - Private Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown Columbia, SC 29204 CMS rating 3.0 / 5 Hospital · Voluntary non-profit - Private Prisma Health Baptist Columbia, SC 29220 CMS rating 4.0 / 5 Hospital · Voluntary non-profit - Private Prisma Health Richland Hospital Columbia, SC 29203 CMS rating 3.0 / 5

Hospitals by ZIP code in Columbia

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About hospitals in Columbia

Hospitals provide inpatient medical and surgical care, emergency services, and diagnostic care. Medicare-certified hospitals receive CMS star ratings that summarize mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely and effective care.

Start by comparing CMS Five-Star ratings, which summarize health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. A high overall rating is a useful signal, but read the underlying inspection findings and staffing figures too - they show what is behind the score.

Visit candidates in Columbia, SC when possible, ask how care plans are set and reviewed, and confirm costs, coverage, and availability in writing. Staffing consistency and clear family communication matter as much as any published score.

Frequently asked questions

How many hospitals are in Columbia?

Columbia, SC has 5 Medicare-certified hospitals in the current CMS data, with an average overall rating of 3.8 out of 5 among rated providers.

How do I compare hospitals in Columbia?

When comparing hospitals, review the CMS overall rating and the underlying measure groups, confirm that the services you need are offered, and check whether the hospital participates in your insurance network. Ratings are signals, not medical advice. Open any profile above for the full CMS rating breakdown, inspection findings, fines, staffing, and ownership record.

Does Medicare cover hospitals in Columbia?

Providers listed here are Medicare-certified, but coverage rules and costs depend on the service and setting. Confirm current availability, Medicare and Medicaid participation, and costs directly with the provider.

Data sources

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog. Data processing date: 2026-10-06. This page is informational and is not medical advice.

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