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CAMC General Hospital

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Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) General Hospital, founded in 1972, is a 268-bed facility located in Charleston, West Virginia. It has received multiple American Heart Association awards for stroke care excellence. The hospital specializes in neurology, orthopedics, trauma care, and rehabilitation services. CAMC General Hospital is part of the larger CAMC Health System, which is recognized as a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News and World Report.

NPI Number : 1194740035

501 Morris St, Charleston, WV 25301

(304) 388-5432

camc.org

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Departments

Outpatient Laboratory

Medical Intensive Care Unit

Intermediate Care Unit

Neuroscience Intermediate Care Unit

Medical Imaging

Surgery Department

Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit

Stroke Center

Medical Rehabilitation Center

Neurosciences Center

Kidney Transplant Center

Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Urology

Behavioral Medicine

Psychiatry

Appointment Information

Department	Online	Phone	Walk-in	Same-day
Central Scheduling	Yes	(304) 388-9677	No	Varies
Urgent Care	No	N/A	Yes	Yes
Orthopedic Trauma	No	(304) 388-7700	Yes	Yes
Telemedicine	Yes	Varies	No	Varies

Visiting Hours

Department	Visitation Hours	Scheduling Options
General Inpatient	9 a.m. - 9 p.m.	Walk-in
ICU	11 a.m. - 1 p.m., 5 - 7 p.m., 8:30 - 10:30 p.m.	Walk-in
Mental Health	6 - 7:30 p.m.	Walk-in
Outpatient	Normal business hours	Phone: (304) 388-9677, Online scheduling available
Pediatrics	24/7 for parents/guardians	Walk-in
Telemedicine	Flexible	Phone: (304) 388-9677, 24/7 Care app
Urgent Care	8 a.m. - 7 p.m., 7 days a week	Walk-in, No appointment necessary

Important Doctors

CAMC General Hospital Information

Management and Leadership Team

Name	Title	Department/Area
Glenn Crotty Jr., MD	President / CEO	Executive Leadership
Bryan Cummings	President	CAMC Foundation
Heidi Edwards	Vice President/Administrator, Chief Nursing Officer	CAMC General Hospital
Tamara Fuller	Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer	Strategy
Jeff Goode	Senior Vice President for Ambulatory Services and Regional Hospitals	Ambulatory Services
Sharon A. Hall	President	CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine
Angie Hill	Vice President, General Counsel	Legal
Chad Hovis	Vice President	Finance
Doug Knutson, MD	Chief Academic Officer	Academic Affairs
Shelda Martin	Vice President, Chief Medical Officer	Medical Affairs
Jeff Oskin	Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer	Operations
Elizabeth Pellegrin	Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer	Marketing
Steven Perry	Vice President for Supply Chain, Chief Purchasing Officer	Supply Chain
Myranda Pike	Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer	Compliance
David L. Ramsey	President / CEO	Vandalia Health
E Michael Robie, DO	Vice President, Ambulatory Services	Ambulatory Services
Jeff Sandene	Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer	Finance
Kristi Snyder	Vice President	Human Resources
Dan Stross	Vice President for Information Services, Chief Information Officer	Information Technology
Christine Sturtevant	Vice President for Revenue Cycle	Revenue Cycle
Anthony Uy	Vice President, Chief Quality & Safety Officer	Quality and Safety

Average Salary

Department	Common Procedure/Service	Average Cost
Cardiology	Cardiac Catheterization	$15,000 - $25,000
Cardiology	Echocardiogram	$1,500 - $3,000
Oncology	Chemotherapy Session	$5,000 - $10,000 per session
Oncology	Radiation Therapy	$10,000 - $50,000 total
Neurology	MRI Brain Scan	$1,000 - $3,000
Neurology	EEG	$200 - $700
Orthopedics	Total Knee Replacement	$30,000 - $50,000
Orthopedics	Arthroscopic Surgery	$5,000 - $15,000
Outpatient	Primary Care Visit	$100 - $300
Outpatient	Specialist Consultation	$200 - $500

Support Programs for Patients

Program/Service	Description
Financial Assistance Policy	Eligible patients can receive discounts of 52-100% on medical bills based on income and assets
CARE Team	Provides navigational support, emotional support, nutrition consultation, and financial navigation for cancer patients
HospiceCare	12-bed in-patient hospice unit for end-of-life care
Palliative Care	Specialized medical care focused on relief from symptoms and stress of serious illness
Pastoral Care	Spiritual and emotional support services
Social Work Services	Assistance with discharge planning, community resources, and psychosocial support

Payment Plans

Payment Option	Details
Short-term plans	Less than 12 months, can enroll via MyChart or by calling 800-919-1936
Long-term plans	12 months or more, offered through CarePayment partner
Interest rate	0% APR for all payment plans
Credit impact	No credit check or impact to credit score
Consolidation	Can add approved charges to existing CarePayment account
Financial assistance	Available for those who qualify based on income and assets
Uninsured discount	20% discount for uninsured patients regardless of income

Accepted Insurance Companies

Medicaid

Medicare

Cost Consulting

Department	Financial Counseling Services
Financial Assistance Unit	- Assistance with financial assistance application process - Contact: (304) 388-6496 or (304) 388-6406
Financial Counseling Office	- Located near admitting/registration areas and emergency rooms - Direct contact: (304) 388-6093
Patient Financial Services	- Information on billing and insurance - Contact: patient_financial_services@camc.org or (304) 388-7530
Registration Area	- Guidance on financial assistance options - Located at each hospital

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Department	Accommodations
Acute Infusion Services	24-hour availability, PICC line placement
Cardiac Rehabilitation	Exercise training, education, behavioral modification, tilt table testing
Emergency Department	Highest level Trauma Center, 24/7 rapid response for stroke
Medical Imaging	State-of-the-art radiography and fluoroscopy rooms, CT scanners, MRI
Medical Rehabilitation	Nationally-accredited center, focus on improving functional ability
Neurosciences	Specialized Neurosciences Center
Occupational Therapy	Adaptive devices, training for daily living activities
Orthopedics	Orthopedic trauma services, rehabilitation process
Physical Therapy	Comprehensive rehabilitation facility, specialized equipment
Sleep Center	Accredited sleep center
Stroke Center	Primary Stroke Center designation, 24/7 rapid response

Digital Health Services

Department	Digital Health Services
Cardiology	- Remote cardiac monitoring - Virtual follow-up appointments - Online heart health education resources
Emergency Medicine	- 24/7 Care app for virtual urgent care visits - Online ER wait time tracker
General Medicine	- Telemedicine appointments - Patient portal for accessing medical records and test results - Secure messaging with providers
Neurology	- Telestroke services - Remote neurological assessments
Oncology	- Virtual tumor board meetings - Remote chemotherapy symptom monitoring
Pediatrics	- Virtual pediatric consultations - Online developmental milestone tracking
Psychiatry	- Telepsychiatry services - Online mental health screenings
Pulmonology	- Remote pulmonary function monitoring - Virtual COPD management programs
Radiology	- Online imaging results portal - Virtual radiology consultations
Surgery	- Virtual pre-operative assessments - Online post-operative care instructions

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Department	Educational Programs
Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry	Clinical psychology internship, Psychiatry residency
Cardiovascular Disease	Cardiology fellowship, Interventional cardiology fellowship
Emergency Medicine	Emergency medicine residency
Family Medicine	Family medicine residency
Internal Medicine	Internal medicine residency, Med-psych residency
Neurology	Neurology residency
Obstetrics and Gynecology	OB/GYN residency
Pediatrics	Pediatrics residency
Pharmacy	Pharmacy residency
Pulmonary and Critical Care	Pulmonary/critical care fellowship
Surgery	General surgery residency, Urology residency, Vascular surgery fellowship

Collaborative Research Projects

Department	Research Projects
Neurology	- Database Determination to Evaluate COVID-19, Diabetes and Neurological Complications - Novel FANG-D Stroke Scale to Determine Large Vessel Occlusion
Cardiology	- Barostim™ Baroreflex Activation Therapy implantation for heart failure - 804 open-heart bypass procedures in 2022
Interventional Radiology	- Multi-modality imaging suite with CT, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy - Combined embolization/ablation procedures for cancer treatment
Clinical Trials Center	- 309 active research projects in 2022 - Industry-sponsored clinical trials in device and drug research (Phases II-IV)
Academic Medicine	- Continuing medical education for residents, students, and allied health professionals - Partnerships with West Virginia University, Marshall University, and others
Urology	- First in West Virginia to offer Focal One® Robotic HIFU for prostate cancer treatment

Professional Development Programs

Department	Affiliations	Professional Development Programs
Behavioral Medicine	American Psychiatric Association	Continuing Medical Education courses
Cardiology	American College of Cardiology	Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification
Family Medicine	American Academy of Family Physicians	Residency program
Internal Medicine	American College of Physicians	Residency program
Neurosciences	American Academy of Neurology	Stroke Center certification courses
Orthopedics	American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons	Trauma care workshops
Physical Therapy	American Physical Therapy Association	Continuing education courses
Sleep Medicine	American Academy of Sleep Medicine	Sleep technologist certification
Trauma	American College of Surgeons	Trauma Center verification program
Urology	American Urological Association	Continuing Medical Education seminars

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Department	Certification/Accreditation	Accrediting Body
Trauma Center	Level I (highest ranking)	American College of Surgeons
Medical Rehabilitation	Nationally Accredited	Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Neurosciences Center	Comprehensive Stroke Center	DNV-GL
Stroke Center	Primary Stroke Center	DNV-GL
Kidney Transplant Center	Affiliated with Cleveland Clinic	N/A
Sleep Center	Accredited	American Academy of Sleep Medicine

Internship and Observation Programs

Department	Opportunity
Behavioral Medicine and Psychiatry	Clinical Psychology Internship
Corporate Nursing	Nurse Extern Program
Graduate Medical Education	Medical Residency Programs
Nursing	RN Residency Program
Nursing	Student Nurse Mentorship Program
Nursing Anesthesia	DNAP Student Clinical Rotations
Pharmacy	Inpatient Pharmacy Internship
Research	Research Internship

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Department/Award	Recognition
Bariatric Surgery	Excellence Award (2024, 2023)
Cancer Center	Accredited by QOPI and Commission on Cancer
Cardiac Care	Cardiac Surgical Unit Advanced Life Support Center of Excellence
Emergency Services	ARK (Always Ready for Kids) recognition
General	U.S. News & World Report Best Regional Hospital (2024-25)
Kidney Transplant	Only center in southern West Virginia
Labs	Accredited by College of American Pathologists
Medical Rehabilitation	CARF Accreditation (11 consecutive 3-year terms)
Nursing	Excellence in Healthcare Award for nursing care
Organ Donation	CORE Donate Life West Virginia Hospital Challenge Platinum Award
Robotic Surgery	National Center of Excellence
Stroke Care	Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Award
Trauma Center	Level I (highest ranking)
Urology	National Center of Excellence
Vascular Lab	Bronze recognition from Intersocietal Accreditation Commission
Women´s Care	National Center of Excellence in Continence Care

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Department	Program
Emergency Medicine	3-year Residency
General Surgery	5-year Residency
Internal Medicine	3-year Residency
Pharmacy	Residency Program
Psychology	Clinical Internship

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

Department	Program
Emergency Medicine	Residency
General Surgery	Residency
Internal Medicine	Residency
Obstetrics and Gynecology	Residency
Pediatrics	Residency
Psychiatry	Residency
Cardiovascular Disease	Fellowship
Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine	Fellowship
Vascular Surgery	Fellowship

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Department/Service	Support for Uninsured Patients
Behavioral Health	- Financial assistance for eligible patients - Emergency psychiatric care regardless of ability to pay
Emergency Room	- Care provided regardless of ability to pay - Financial assistance for eligible patients
Financial Assistance	- 100% discount for patients under 200% of Federal Poverty Level - 53% discount for patients 201-300% of Federal Poverty Level - 20% discount for all uninsured patients regardless of income - Payment plans available - Assistance applying for Medicaid and other government programs
Medical Imaging	- Financial assistance for eligible patients - Discounted services for uninsured
Patient Financial Services	- Financial counselors available - Payment plans - Assistance understanding bills
Sleep Center	- Financial assistance for eligible patients - Discounted services for uninsured
Trauma Center	- Care provided regardless of ability to pay - Financial assistance for eligible patients

Hospital Research Collaborations

Department	Research Partners
Academic Medicine	West Virginia University, West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Marshall University
Cardiology	Cleveland Clinic, West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute (WVCTSI)
Clinical Trials	Johns Hopkins University, University of Kentucky
Graduate Medical Education	University of Charleston, West Virginia University Charleston Division
Internal Medicine	West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute (WVCTSI)
Medical Research	National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Department of Veterans Affairs
Nursing Education	Marshall University School of Nursing
Pharmacy	University of Charleston School of Pharmacy

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Department	Mentorship/Advisory Program
Family Medicine	Structured mentorship program for residents with faculty mentors
Nursing	- Student Nurse Mentorship Program connecting students with new graduates, educators and experienced nurses - RN Residency Program with 5-stage orientation over 6 months for new graduates - UWorld NCLEX 90-day subscription available for eligible nursing students
Psychiatry	Mentorship program with primary and secondary mentors for residents
Women in Medicine	- Group mentoring program linking early/mid-career women to senior faculty - Professional development and networking events

CAMC General Hospital Nearest Places

Hotels

0.4 km

4.2

Charleston Marriott Town Center

Indoor pool, fitness center, restaurant, bar

0.5 km

4.1

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Free WiFi, indoor pool, fitness center, restaurant

0.6 km

4.3

Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston

Free breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, restaurant

0.8 km

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center

Free breakfast, fitness center, business center

0.9 km

4.2

Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

Free breakfast, fitness center, business center

1.0 km

4.3

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

Indoor pool, fitness center, bistro, business center

Food and Restaurant

0 km

3.5

CAMC General Hospital Cafeteria

American, Cafeteria

0.5 km

4.3

Brick Salt Bar + Kitchen

American, Bar

0.6 km

4.5

Pies & Pints

Pizza, Craft Beer

0.7 km

4.4

Black Sheep Burrito & Brews

Mexican, American, Craft Beer

0.8 km

4.2

Adelphia Sports Bar & Grille

American, Sports Bar

0.9 km

4.4

Soho´s

Italian, American

Pharmacies

0 km

4.2

CAMC General Hospital Pharmacy

Routine prescriptions, Discharge prescriptions, Over-the-counter medications

0.1 km

3.8

Fruth Pharmacy 104

Prescriptions, Health products, Vaccines

0.3 km

3.5

Walgreens

Prescriptions, Health products, Photo services

0.5 km

3.7

CVS Pharmacy

Prescriptions, Health products, MinuteClinic

0.7 km

3.6

Rite Aid Pharmacy

Prescriptions, Health products, Wellness+ rewards

0.9 km

Kroger Pharmacy

Prescriptions, Health products, Grocery items

Taxi and Transportation

0.8 km

4.1

C & H Taxi

24/7 taxi service, airport transportation, Intoxi-Taxi program

0.5 km

4.3

Uber

On-demand rides, 24/7 service, upfront pricing

0.3 km

3.8

Kanawha Valley Regional Transportation Authority (KRT)

Public bus service, fixed routes

0.9 km

Yeager Airport Shuttle

Airport transportation

0.2 km

3.5

Modivcare (Non-Emergency Medical Transportation)

Medical transportation for Medicaid members

0.7 km

4.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Car rental service

ATMs and Banks

0.2 km

3.8

Huntington Bank

ATM, Personal Banking, Business Banking

0.3 km

3.9

United Bank

ATM, Personal Banking, Business Banking, Mortgage Services

0.5 km

3.7

Fifth Third Bank

ATM, Personal Banking, Business Banking, Wealth Management

0.6 km

3.6

Chase Bank

ATM, Personal Banking, Business Banking, Credit Cards

0.7 km

3.5

BB&T (now Truist)

ATM, Personal Banking, Business Banking, Insurance

0.9 km

City National Bank

ATM, Personal Banking, Business Banking, Wealth Management

Parking Lots

0 km

CAMC General Hospital Parking

Free parking, 24/7 access

0.5 km

SP+ Parking

Paid parking, 24/7 access

0.8 km

City of Charleston Parking Garage

Paid parking, Monthly rates available

Shopping Malls

0.5 km

3.9

Charleston Town Center

JCPenney, Macy´s, TJMaxx, American Eagle, GameStop

0.8 km

4.2

Shops at Kanawha

Target, Petco, Marshalls, Five Below

0.9 km

Plaza East Shopping Center

Kroger, Walgreens, Dollar Tree

Stationery and Copying Services

0.8 km

4.9

Base Camp Printing Co.

Letterpress printing, design studio, custom posters and stationery

0.9 km

4.7

Charleston Blueprint

Large format printing, scanning, weatherproof signs

1.0 km

4.8

Minuteman Press

Digital printing, copying, promotional products, banners

Car Rental

0.5 km

4.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Wide selection of vehicles, including economy cars, SUVs, and luxury vehicles

0.7 km

4.1

Budget Car Rental

Affordable rates, various car types including compact, mid-size, and full-size options

0.9 km

Avis Car Rental

Premium vehicle selection, long-term rental options, and Avis Preferred loyalty program

Patient Experiences

✅ Summary of Positive Reviews

The hospital receives praise for providing exceptional care in emergency situations. A reviewer expressed gratitude for the knowledgeable and caring staff who offered fantastic treatment, highlighting their ability to offer the best care during emergencies.

❌ Summary of Negative Reviews

Several reviews express dissatisfaction with the hospital´s service. Common complaints include long waiting times, incorrect medical advice, and lack of attentive care, with some reviewers recounting distressing experiences such as misdiagnosis and improper treatment, leading to serious health complications.

Working Hours

Emergency Department

24 hours / 7 days a week

Outpatient Laboratory

6 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays

Radiology

Monday - Friday: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Outpatient Clinics

Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Surgery Department

7 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Cardiopulmonary

8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday)

Department Phones

Department	Phone
Emergency Room	(304) 388-7498
Laboratory	(304) 388-6244
Main Hospital	(304) 388-5432

Language and Translation Services

English
Spanish
French
Greek
Persian

CAMC General Hospital

NPI Number : 1194740035

501 Morris St, Charleston, WV 25301

(304) 388-5432

camc.org

Departments

Outpatient Laboratory

Medical Intensive Care Unit

Intermediate Care Unit

Neuroscience Intermediate Care Unit

Medical Imaging

Surgery Department

Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit

Stroke Center

Medical Rehabilitation Center

Neurosciences Center

Kidney Transplant Center

Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Urology

Behavioral Medicine

Psychiatry

Appointment Information

Visiting Hours

Important Doctors

Dr. Ali F. Aburahma

Dr. Jeffrey V. Ashley

Dr. Michael S. Beasley

Dr. Harry Reahl

Dr. George Zaldivar

CAMC General Hospital Information

Management and Leadership Team

Average Salary

Support Programs for Patients

Payment Plans

Accepted Insurance Companies

Cost Consulting

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Digital Health Services

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Collaborative Research Projects

Professional Development Programs

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Internship and Observation Programs

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Hospital Research Collaborations

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

CAMC General Hospital Nearest Places

Hotels

Charleston Marriott Town Center

Four Points by Sheraton Charleston

Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston

Holiday Inn Express Charleston-Civic Center

Hampton Inn Charleston-Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Downtown/Civic Center

Food and Restaurant

CAMC General Hospital Cafeteria

Brick Salt Bar + Kitchen

Pies & Pints

Black Sheep Burrito & Brews

Adelphia Sports Bar & Grille

Soho´s

Pharmacies

CAMC General Hospital Pharmacy

Fruth Pharmacy 104

Walgreens

CVS Pharmacy

Rite Aid Pharmacy

Kroger Pharmacy

Taxi and Transportation

C & H Taxi

Uber

Kanawha Valley Regional Transportation Authority (KRT)

Yeager Airport Shuttle

Modivcare (Non-Emergency Medical Transportation)

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

ATMs and Banks