Hospitals in ZIP 28602 (Hickory, NC)
The current CMS data lists 1 Medicare-certified hospitals serving ZIP 28602 in Hickory, NC, with an average overall star rating of 2.0 out of 5 among rated providers.
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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.
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CMS data for ZIP 28602
The current data records 1 hospitals in ZIP 28602; 1 (100%) publish an overall CMS rating. Ownership on record breaks down as 1 non-profit. The highest published overall rating in this ZIP is 2.0 out of 5 at CATAWBA VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER (non-profit).
| Providers on record | 1 |
|---|---|
| With a published overall rating | 1 of 1 (100%) |
| Average overall rating | 2.0 / 5 |
| Highest-rated provider | CATAWBA VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER (2.0 / 5) |
| Ownership mix | 1 non-profit |
| Certified beds (total) | Not reported |
| Providers with a federal penalty | 0 |
Side-by-side provider data
| Provider | Care type | Overall | Ownership | Certified beds | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CATAWBA VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER | Hospital | 2.0 | non-profit | — | 0 |
Hospitals on record in ZIP 28602
What to weigh in ZIP 28602
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.
If you are choosing for yourself or a family member in ZIP 28602, Hickory, NC, visit in person when possible, ask about current availability, and confirm participation in Medicare and Medicaid. Ask how the provider handles care planning, family communication, and after-hours concerns.
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About the data
All figures on this page come from the CMS Provider Data Catalog dataset (processing date 2026-10-06). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.
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