Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
Hospitals
050324CMS Rating
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
4/5
Patient survey rating
HCAHPS summary star
83%
Would definitely recommend
of surveyed patients
80%
Rated hospital 9-10
of surveyed patients
180 min
ER wait (median)
time in ED before leaving; lower is better
4 better / 3 worse
Outcomes vs national
across 20 mortality & safety measures
Better than national average
Heart-failure death rate
Worse than national average
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)
3.1
State average (stars)
2
Hospitals in La Jolla
100
FacilityProof trust score
Official CMS Record
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View on Care CompareQuick Facts
- Type
- Hospital
- Ownership
- Physician
- CCN
- 050324
- City facilities
- 4
Location
Last updated (CMS): June 1, 2026