Saint Joseph Berea is a not-for-profit, faith-based hospital located in Berea, Kentucky. The hospital opened in 1898 at Berea College. It offers vital care for people in Madison, Estill, Garrard, Jackson, and Rockcastle counties.

Saint Joseph Berea, part of CHI Saint Joseph Health, is a critical access hospital serving over 19,000

families. The hospital is known for its excellent care. It uses advanced medical technology and has a friendly, family-like atmosphere.

Saint Joseph Berea offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. They are dedicated to providing top-quality care. Saint Joseph Berea is accredited by the Joint

Commission. It is also licensed by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health Services. Memberships in the American and Kentucky Hospital Associations are also held.

Saint Joseph Berea has received impressive recognition. It has a 5-star rating in the CMS Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings from Medicare and

Medicaid Services. It has also been named one of the Best Places to Work for two years in a row. It also won the Outstanding Patient Experience Award from Healthgrades for two years in a row.

CHI Saint Joseph Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive health systems in the Commonwealth of

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