Hospitals in ZIP 28607 (Boone, NC)

There are 1 Medicare-certified hospitals in ZIP 28607, Boone, NC, in this CMS data release (average rating 3.0 / 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.

CMS measures by provider

Provider	Care type	Overall	Ownership	Certified beds	Penalties
WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER	Hospital	3.0	government	—	0

Medicare-certified hospitals in ZIP 28607

Hospital · Government - Local Watauga Medical Center Boone, NC 28607 CMS rating 3.0 / 5

Data profile for ZIP 28607

CMS data lets us profile the 1 provider with a mailing address in ZIP 28607: 1 (100%) carries a published overall star rating. Ownership on record breaks down as 1 government. The highest published overall rating in this ZIP is 3.0 out of 5 at WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER (government).

Providers on record	1
With a published overall rating	1 of 1 (100%)
Average overall rating	3.0 / 5
Highest-rated provider	WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER (3.0 / 5)
Ownership mix	1 government
Certified beds (total)	Not reported
Providers with a federal penalty	0

Choosing among hospitals in ZIP 28607

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 28607, Boone, 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.

Frequently asked questions

Who owns the hospitals in ZIP 28607?

Ownership on record for hospitals in ZIP 28607 is 1 government. Ownership does not by itself indicate quality; check each provider's inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

How many hospitals are in ZIP 28607?

The current CMS data lists 1 Medicare-certified hospitals with a mailing address in ZIP 28607 (Boone, NC).

How do I choose a hospital in ZIP 28607?

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.

Where does this information come from?

All figures come from the CMS Care Compare public dataset (processing date 2026-10-06). CMS has not reviewed or endorsed this site. Verify current details at Medicare.gov before making care decisions.

What is the average CMS rating for hospitals in ZIP 28607?

Among providers with a published overall rating, the average CMS overall star rating for hospitals in ZIP 28607 is 3.0 out of 5. Inspection, staffing, and quality-measure details are shown for each provider.

Which hospital in ZIP 28607 has the highest CMS rating?

In the current data, WATAUGA MEDICAL CENTER has the highest published CMS overall star rating among hospitals in ZIP 28607, at 3.0 out of 5.

Data sources

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (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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