James E. Van Zandt Va Medical Center (Altoona)
Hospitals
5.0CMS overall rating
2907 Pleasant Valley Boulevard, Altoona, PA 16602(814) 943-8164Veterans Health Administration
100/100
ExcellentCCN
39001FCMS Rating
Hospital overall5.0
Star ratings are CMS's relative measure, not an absolute “best” claim. A 3-star facility is average.
Trust Verification Checklist
- Medicare-certified & active
- CMS rating published
- CMS overall hospital rating 3+ stars
Quality & Outcomes
5/5
Patient survey rating
HCAHPS summary star
82%
Would definitely recommend
of surveyed patients
87%
Rated hospital 9-10
of surveyed patients
0 better / 0 worse
Outcomes vs national
across 6 mortality & safety measures
No different from national average
Heart-failure death rate
Not Available
Serious complications (PSI-90)
Published CMS measures for this facility. Confirm the latest on the official Care Compare page.
Peer Comparison
5
This facility (stars)
3.5
State average (stars)
2
Hospitals in Altoona
100
FacilityProof trust score
Official CMS Record
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View on Care CompareQuick Facts
- Type
- Hospital
- Ownership
- Veterans Health Administration
- CCN
- 39001F
- City facilities
- 14
Location
Last updated (CMS): June 1, 2026