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Bigfork Valley Hospital

Explore care at Bigfork Valley Hospital in Bigfork, MN, and compare its services, physicians, and hospital ratings on Healthgrades. Find the best healthcare options for your needs, all in one place.

95%

Patient Experience Rating

22% higher than the national average

Safety Ratings

How well a hospital safeguards patients from potential complications

No events relating to foreign objects left in body during a surgery or procedure

6 ratings were as expected

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Hospital Quality

Clinical Ratings

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Data Source

Patient Experience

Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

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90%

Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

15% higher than the national average

95%

Would definitely recommend

22% higher than the national average

Bigfork Valley Hospital

National Average

Communication with doctors

Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

100%50%0%93%82%

Discharge Information

Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home

100%50%0%92%88%

Responsiveness of hospital staff

Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

100%50%0%87%71%

Communication with nurses

Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

100%50%0%95%82%

Care Transition

Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital

100%50%0%73%54%

Communication about medicines

Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients

100%50%0%80%65%

Bigfork Valley Hospital

National Average

Cleanliness

Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

100%50%0%83%77%

Quietness

Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night

100%50%0%91%67%

Providers

Provider Reviews

Excellent. Listens to my reasons for appointment, then asks questions and then makes suggestions. Never feel rushed during appointments, but he gets right to the point. Dr. Kolstoe is courteous and professional. He has really helped my condition a great deal and doesn't give up.

diana Kelley Apr 07 2025

Review for Dr. Kolstoe

Dr. Kolstoe is interested in the patient's problem, asks questions and then listens. Doesn't try to rush the appointment, but gets right to the point. He has really helped my condition and has not given up. Courteous and very knowledgeable .

Apr 07 2025

Review for Dr. Kolstoe

Dr. Kempke is very approachable, knowledgeable, and considerate. He puts patients at ease.

Feb 28 2025

Review for Dr. Kempke

Great experience

Feb 25 2025

Review for Dr. Kempke

Dr Kempke was excellent!

Feb 04 2025

Review for Dr. Kempke

Location

Bigfork Valley Hospital

258 Pine Tree Dr, Bigfork MN 56628

CallDirections

(218) 743-3177

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bigfork Valley Hospital located?

Bigfork Valley Hospital is located at 258 Pine Tree Dr, Bigfork, MN 56628. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Has Bigfork Valley Hospital won any recent awards from Healthgrades?

No, Bigfork Valley Hospital has not won any awards in the past few years. Search for Hospitals on Healthgrades to find more.

Is Bigfork Valley Hospital highly rated with patients?

95% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.

Does Bigfork Valley Hospital score well in safety ratings?

Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 6 hospital services. View more details here.

How do I get in at Bigfork Valley Hospital?

Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades Bigfork Valley Hospital profile..

How does Bigfork Valley Hospital rank in terms of safety and outcomes?

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Contact Us

258 Pine Tree Dr

Bigfork, MN 56628

Directions

(218) 743-3177