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CHI Saint Joseph Health - Saint Joseph Hospital

One Saint Joseph Dr, Lexington, KY 40504
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About this location

Saint Joseph Hospital, part of CHI Saint Joseph Health, is a 433-bed hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded in 1877, Saint Joseph Hospital was Lexington’s first hospital and serves residents of central and eastern Kentucky. We are committed to providing the highest quality of care, guided by our mission and core values of Compassion, Inclusion, Integrity, Excellence and Collaboration. Known as Lexington's "heart hospital," Saint Joseph has pioneered many firsts in the health care community and has been nationally recognized for treatment in cardiology, orthopedics and stroke.

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Patients and visitors

Saint Joseph Hospital provides state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment techniques, innovative prevention programs, and a dedicated team of physicians, nurses and other medical professionals. 

The hospital serves thousands of men, women and children every year through a wide range of inpatient and outpatient programs, including primary care and around-the-clock emergency care. Every team member, from admissions staff to medical professionals, is committed to your health, well-being and satisfaction. We’re ready to help answer questions, from your rights as a patient to visiting hours and more.

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Billing and insurance

We understand that everyone's path to health and wellness is unique. From getting estimates and financial assistance to paying your bills, we're here to make it easier for you and help you navigate this process with confidence.

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Frequently asked questions

Saint Joseph Hospital primarily serves central and eastern Kentucky with a full range of services, including cardiology, orthopedics and stroke care.

Saint Joseph Health offers a variety of learning opportunities, community health events, senior citizen programs and health screenings throughout the year. View the event calendar for upcoming events in our Lexington community.

The following units do not allow visitation from 6 to 8 a.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.:

  • Intensive care unit (ICU) South

  • Cardio-thoracic vascular unit (CTVU)

  • Critical care unit (CCU)

Special circumstances may be considered in critical care areas for child visitation.

 

Located on the ground floor, our cafeteria is open daily except weekends:

  • Breakfast: 6:30 to 10 a.m.

  • Lunch: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

We also have Starbucks located in the front lobby, open 7 days a week:

  • Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

  • Saturday – Sunday: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The gift shop is located on the first floor. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

We provide free interpreter services for our limited English-speaking patients and related communication equipment and services for our hearing-impaired patients.

We offer a variety of resources to meet language needs, including:

  • Face-to-face interpreters for many languages, including Spanish and American Sign Language

  • Over-the-phone interpreters for most spoken languages

  • Video-remote interpreting for American Sign Language

For questions about interpreter services,  please speak with your care provider.

 

At CHI Saint Joseph Health, we are dedicated to ensuring you have an excellent health care experience. Our hospital team is here to address any concerns you or your family may have.

If we’re unable to resolve your concerns, you can share them directly with The Joint Commission. Visit The Joint Commission  website and use the “Report a Patient Safety Event” link in the “Action Center” on the homepage. You can also fax or mail your concerns to them:

  • By fax to (630) 792-5636

  • By mail to The Office of Quality and Patient Safety (OQPS), The Joint Commission, One Renaissance Boulevard, Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois 60181

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Our Saint Joseph Hospital volunteers provide services to our patients and families to help ensure everyone who comes through our doors feels welcome and supported. If you are looking for a unique opportunity to serve others, consider volunteering at the hospital.

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The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation is focused on the needs of KentuckyOne’s programs and services in the Lexington area. A gift to the foundation is a meaningful way for you to share in our mission or simply say thanks for special care received. Learn how you can show your support.

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When you see a doctor, health care provider or visit a health care facility that is not in your health insurance network, such as in an emergency, you may incur other costs or be responsible for the entire bill.

The No Surprises Act protects consumers who have health coverage through their employer (including federal, state, or local government employers), the Health Insurance Marketplace® or an individual health plan purchased directly from an insurance company.

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