Kentucky River Medical Center in Jackson, KY
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About Kentucky River Medical Center
Kentucky River Medical Center is a critical access hospital in Jackson, Breathitt County, Kentucky. It reports its ownership to Medicare as for-profit. It provides emergency services. It does not currently have a CMS Overall Star Rating, which usually means it reports too few measures to be rated. It has 55 licensed beds, according to state license data via HIFLD. The nearest other listed hospital is Hazard Arh Regional Medical Center, about 21 mi away.
Emergency room times
Lower times are better. Reporting period ending September 2025. Source: CMS Timely and Effective Care. What these numbers mean.
Map
37.56558, -83.36908
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kentucky River Medical Center located?
Kentucky River Medical Center is at 540 Jett Drive, Jackson, KY 41339 in Breathitt County.
Does Kentucky River Medical Center have an emergency room?
Yes. Kentucky River Medical Center reports emergency services to Medicare, and patients spent a median of 123 minutes in its emergency department before leaving. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
What is the CMS star rating of Kentucky River Medical Center?
Kentucky River Medical Center does not have a current CMS Overall Star Rating. CMS only rates hospitals that report enough measures; critical access, psychiatric, VA and many small hospitals are often unrated, which says nothing about their quality.
Is Kentucky River Medical Center a trauma center?
We have no trauma center designation on record for Kentucky River Medical Center. Hospitals without one still treat injuries in their emergency department and transfer patients who need a trauma center. Check the Kentucky trauma program for the current list.
What is the phone number of Kentucky River Medical Center?
The main phone number on record with Medicare is (606) 666-6000.
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