Medicare Hospitals in Altoona, PA

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James E. Van Zandt Va Medical Center (altoona)
Acute Care Hospital - Veterans Administration (Medicare Certified)
Location: 2907 Pleasant Valley Boulevard, Altoona, Pennsylvania 16602
Ratings:   Phone: (814) 943-8164    
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Upmc Altoona
Acute Care Hospital (Medicare Certified)
Location: 620 Howard Avenue, Altoona, Pennsylvania 16601
Ratings:   Phone: (814) 889-2011    

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