Why is Norwood Hospital closed?

Norwood Hospital was inundated by flash flooding in June 2020, near the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. The floodwaters caused immense damage and forced the closure of the 215-bed hospital, which serves the town of around 32,000 people and several other communities just outside Rt. 95.

Is Norwood Hospital reopening?

The new hospital expected is expected to open in 2023.

How do I get my medical records from Norwood Hospital?

Medical Records Request To receive a copy of your medical records, please complete an Authorization to Use and Disclose Protected Health Information form. ATTN: Medical Records Correspondence Dept. 800 Washington St. You also may fax the completed form to 781-278-4144 or 781-278-5425.

How big is Norwood Hospital?

We are a full service, 215-bed community hospital for adults and children, and we understand the importance of delivering world class health care along with the latest advances in technology and treatment options.

Is Norwood Hospital being torn down?

A hospital remains closed after severe flooding in Norwood. The new hospital will be built on its existing footprint, according to owner Steward Health Care, with the capacity to hold about 130 acute care beds.

Who owns Norwood Hospital?

the Steward Health Care System LLC
Norwood Hospital is part of the Steward Health Care System LLC, New England’s largest fully integrated community care organization.

Who is rebuilding Norwood Hospital?

The 400,000 square-foot facility, run by Steward Health Care, will be the first hospital built in the area in more than 25 years. The project will provide support more than 4,000 jobs in the greater Norwood region, officials stated.

What is Norwood zip code?

02062
02090
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What county is Norwood MA?

Norfolk County
Norwood/Counties
Norwood, town, Norfolk county, eastern Massachusetts, U.S., on the Neponset River, 14 miles (23 km) southwest of Boston. Settled in 1678, it was incorporated (from parts of Dedham and Walpole) in 1872.

Is Norwood Hospital for profit?

All non-profit hospitals are required to provide community benefits; however, Norwood Hospital, part of the Steward Health Care System, provides the same level of community benefits as non-profit hospitals as well as pays real estate taxes to the Town of Norwood.

Is Norwood hospital being rebuilt?

Officials will hold a groundbreaking ceremony at Norwood Hospital Tuesday afternoon, signaling the start of a two-year construction project to rebuild the facility from the ground up. A torrential storm in June of 2020 caused major damage at Norwood Hospital.

What caused Norwood Hospital to flood?

A torrential storm in June of 2020 caused major damage at Norwood Hospital. Emergency crews have had to reroute to other hospitals in the area, going to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Needham or Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton.