PENN HIGHLANDS ELK
Overview
Patient Experience
Source: HCAHPS Survey - September 30, 2025
65% Rated the hospital 9 or 10 overall
59% Would definitely recommend this hospital
Patients rate cleanliness, quietness at night, and communication about medications above the national average. The area for the hospital to improve is communication with doctors which trails the national average by 5 points.
Strength
Strength- Cleanliness
Watch Area
- Communication with doctors
Rankings for PENN HIGHLANDS ELK
National average- Communication with doctorsBelow average-5%75%. National average 80%
- Communication about medicationsAbove average4%66%. National average 62%
- Care transitionNo data available. National average 49%
- Communication with nursesAbove average3%83%. National average 80%
- Responsiveness of staffNo data available. National average 61%
- Discharge informationAbove average4%90%. National average 86%
- CleanlinessAbove average6%80%. National average 74%
- Quietness at nightAbove average5%64%. National average 59%
Based on 222 completed surveys (36% response rate)
Physicians At PENN HIGHLANDS ELK
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Specialties
84 practicing physicians across 27 specialties are affiliated with this hospital.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is PENN HIGHLANDS ELK located?
- PENN HIGHLANDS ELK is located at 763 Johnsonburg Rd, Saint Marys, PA, 15857.
- What is PENN HIGHLANDS ELK's phone number?
- The contact number for PENN HIGHLANDS ELK is (814) 788-8000.
- Has PENN HIGHLANDS ELK won any recent awards from WebMD?
- No, PENN HIGHLANDS ELK has not received any WebMD Choice awards.
- What specialties are available at PENN HIGHLANDS ELK?
- There are 84 practicing providers across 27 specialties working at PENN HIGHLANDS ELK. Top specialties include Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynecology.
- How do I schedule an Initial Appointment at PENN HIGHLANDS ELK?
- You can call (814) 788-8000 to schedule an appointment at PENN HIGHLANDS ELK or you can call any of the providers listed under "Physicians At This Hospital".
- Does PENN HIGHLANDS ELK accept my insurance plan?
- To verify if your insurance is accepted, you can call PENN HIGHLANDS ELK at (814) 788-8000.
- How can I share my experience after visiting PENN HIGHLANDS ELK?
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