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WOMEN & INFANTS HOSPITAL OF RHODE ISLAND

101 DUDLEY STREET, PROVIDENCE, RI 02905

CMS Overall Rating
★★★★★4/5
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How This Hospital Compares

CMS star rating compared across three benchmarks

vs Rhode Island Average
4★vs 3.5★ avg
▲ Above Rhode Island average
vs Similar Hospitals
4★vs 3.2★ avg
▲ Above average for its type
Acute Care Hospitals
State Rank (Rated Hospitals)
#4of 11
Top 50% in Rhode Island

How CMS Calculates the Star Rating

Overall star is a weighted average of 5 quality groups

Source: CMS Hospital Quality Initiative. Weights: Mortality 22% · Safety 22% · Readmission 22% · Patient Experience 22% · Timely Care 12%.

Patient Experience (HCAHPS Survey)

Based on standardized surveys sent to random patients after discharge

Mortality & Outcomes

30-day mortality rates — percentage of patients who died within 30 days of admission

Infection Control

Standardized Infection Ratio (SIR) — below 1.0 is better than the national benchmark

CLABSI Rate
0.35
✓ At or below benchmark

Central line-associated bloodstream infection rate. A number below 1.0 means fewer infections than the national average — better than expected.

CAUTI Rate
N/A

Catheter-associated urinary tract infection rate. SIR below 1.0 = better than national benchmark. Important if you'll be in the ICU.

MRSA Rate
0.65
✓ At or below benchmark

MRSA bloodstream infection rate. MRSA is a drug-resistant bacteria — an SIR below 1.0 means this hospital has fewer cases than expected nationally.

C. diff Rate
0.00
✓ At or below benchmark

Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infection rate. This gut bacteria can cause severe diarrhea — SIR below 1.0 is better than the national benchmark.

30-Day Readmission Rates

Lower readmission rates indicate better discharge planning and post-hospital care

Medicare Payment Estimates

What Medicare pays this hospital for common procedures vs the national average

Medicare payment amounts are risk-adjusted averages. Actual patient costs depend on insurance plan, deductibles, and other factors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an acute care hospital?▼
Acute care hospitals treat patients with serious illnesses or injuries that require immediate, short-term care. Most general hospitals fall into this category.
What does the CMS star rating mean?▼
CMS rates hospitals on a 1–5 star scale based on five quality groups: mortality, safety, readmissions, patient experience, and timely care. Higher stars mean better performance across these measures.
Is a higher star rating always better?▼
Generally yes, but consider your specific needs. A 3-star hospital might excel in cardiac care while scoring lower in other areas. Look at individual metrics relevant to your procedure.
How often is this data updated?▼
CMS updates hospital quality data quarterly (January, April, July, October). Overall star ratings are updated annually, usually in August.
What is HCAHPS?▼
HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) is a standardized patient satisfaction survey administered to random samples of hospital patients. Results reflect real patient experiences.
How do I read the infection rates?▼
Infection rates are shown as Standardized Infection Ratios (SIR). A SIR below 1.0 means fewer infections than nationally expected. A SIR of 0.5 means the hospital has half the expected infection rate — significantly better.
Does a lower star rating mean the hospital is unsafe?▼
Not necessarily. Lower-rated hospitals often serve sicker, more complex patient populations that make outcomes harder to achieve. Consider the full picture and consult your doctor.
How does WOMEN & INFANTS HOSPITAL OF RHODE ISLAND rank among hospitals in Rhode Island?▼
WOMEN & INFANTS HOSPITAL OF RHODE ISLAND ranks #4 out of 11 rated hospitals in Rhode Island by CMS overall star rating. This places it in the top half of Rhode Island hospitals.
Are there other hospitals in PROVIDENCE?▼
Yes — there are 5 other hospitals in PROVIDENCE, RI in the CMS database. Compare all hospitals in PROVIDENCE to find the best fit for your care needs.

Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (data.cms.gov). Updated quarterly. Last pipeline run: June 2026.