Citizens Medical Center
Citizens Medical Center is a medical facility located in Columbia, LA. This hospital has been recognized for Outstanding Patient Experience Award™.
Patient Experience Rating
26% higher than the national average
Awards
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Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Mortality Based Ratings
Heart Failure
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Mortality Based Ratings
Pneumonia
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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National Average
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Citizens Medical Center
National Average
Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Provider Reviews
Sep 03 2024
Review for Dr. Fairbanks Jr
We had to fight for this follow up because of a PICU stay due to my sons seizures. He was in status for 24 hours. Comes into the room with an attitude asking what I needed from him. I said a follow up was ordered to make sure the meds were doing good. I explained that my son was having bad side...
Jul 04 2024
Review for Dr. Pena-Miches
Every visit him and his staff are so patient and kind. I love how they interact with the kids. Dr. King is one of the best in his field. I’m thankful everyday for him. We have a 2 year old that is absolutely thriving now thanks to him and his recommendations.
The Hines Family May 14 2024
Review for Dr. King
More interested in looking at the stock market on his phone and taking personal calls than even listening to his patients...He has absolutely no compassion whatsoever and an inflated ego and a grandiose narcissist
Mar 28 2024
Review for Dr. Head
Dr. B is the best, he makes you feel so comfortable, he takes the time to explain your medical conditions, and the medications you'll be taking.
Jacqueline Feb 17 2024
Review for Dr. Barksdale
Location
Citizens Medical Center
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Citizens Medical Center located?
Citizens Medical Center is located at 7939 Highway 165, Columbia, LA 71418. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has Citizens Medical Center won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, Citizens Medical Center has been awarded with Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ in the past two years.
Is Citizens Medical Center highly rated with patients?
98% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does Citizens Medical Center score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 5 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at Citizens Medical Center?
Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades Citizens Medical Center profile..
How does Citizens Medical Center rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
Healthgrades provides detailed information on hospital safety and outcomes for patients. Click here to learn more about hospital safety.
This doctor is egotistical. He does not listen nor allow patients to ask questions even if there is a non understanding of an issue. If you question (or try to), he backs up against the wall and tries to yell that the patient is getting 'pushy'. He is quite laughable at times as a professional. He...