Sentara Norfolk General Hosp
Norfolk, VA · Medicare-certified inpatient rehabilitation facility (CCN 49T007)
- Patients discharged to the community (return home): No Different
- Readmissions within 30 days of discharge: No Different
- Readmissions during the rehab stay: No Different
- C. difficile (C. diff) infections: No Different
Ownership: Non-profit · Phone: (757) 388-4261 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Sentara Norfolk General Hosp in Norfolk, VA has results that are no different than the national rate for returning patients to the community, and CMS shows 0 measures better and 0 measures worse than the national benchmark.
CMS reports that Sentara Norfolk General Hosp discharges patients to the community at a rate no different than the national rate, and its readmission rate after discharge is also no different than the national rate.
Sentara Norfolk General Hosp is a Medicare-certified inpatient rehabilitation facility in Norfolk, Virginia, operated as a non-profit, providing intensive therapy to help patients regain function after a stroke, surgery, or serious injury before returning home.
About this facility
Sentara Norfolk General Hosp is a Medicare-certified inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) located in Norfolk, Virginia, and has been Medicare-certified since May 1, 1986. It is operated as a non-profit facility, serving Norfolk City and surrounding areas.
An inpatient rehabilitation facility provides intensive, hospital-level therapy — typically including physical, occupational, and speech therapy — to help patients regain function after a stroke, major surgery, or serious injury, with the goal of returning home rather than remaining in long-term care.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Sentara Norfolk General Hosp's rate of discharging patients back to the community is 'no different than the national rate.' Its rate of potentially preventable readmissions, both after discharge and during the rehab stay, is also 'no different than the national rate.' Its rate of C. diff healthcare-associated infections is 'no different than the national benchmark.'
Overall, CMS rates this facility as better than the national benchmark on 0 of the reported measures, and worse than the national benchmark on 0 of the reported measures — meaning its results are statistically comparable to national averages across the categories CMS has published for this facility. This may reflect that outcomes align closely with typical national performance.
This summary reflects CMS Care Compare data as published; families should confirm the most current details directly with the facility or via the Care Compare website.
Questions patients and families ask
What is an inpatient rehabilitation facility, and how is it different from a nursing home?
An inpatient rehabilitation facility provides intensive, hospital-level therapy aimed at helping patients regain function quickly after a major medical event, while a nursing home typically provides longer-term, lower-intensity custodial care.
How often do patients at this facility recover enough to return home?
CMS reports that the rate of patients discharged to the community is 'no different than the national rate.'
How does this facility compare to national rates on readmissions?
Both its readmission rate after discharge and during the rehab stay are reported as 'no different than the national rate.'
How does this facility compare on healthcare-associated infections?
Its C. diff infection rate is reported as 'no different than the national benchmark.'
Does Medicare cover care at this facility?
Yes, this facility is Medicare-certified, which means Medicare coverage applies according to standard program rules; contact the facility at (757) 388-4261 to confirm specifics for your situation.
Who owns this facility?
It is operated as a non-profit facility.
How long has this facility been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since May 1, 1986.
What conditions does inpatient rehabilitation treat?
The provided data does not specify particular conditions treated; contact the facility at (757) 388-4261 for details.
How is this facility's overall quality picture on CMS measures?
CMS shows 0 measures better than the national benchmark and 0 measures worse, with the reported measures falling 'no different than' national rates.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the latest data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/inpatient-rehabilitation-facility/49T007?state=VA.
What should I ask when choosing an inpatient rehab facility?
Consider asking about therapy hours, admission criteria, and length of stay, and confirm these details directly with the facility at (757) 388-4261.
How do I arrange a transfer to this facility from the hospital?
The data provided does not include transfer procedures; contact the facility at (757) 388-4261 to arrange a transfer.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Outcome comparisons are CMS's published measures relative to the national rate. Verify current details with the facility and Medicare before making care decisions.