Best Hospitals in Reading, PA
Looking for hospitals in Reading? Below you'll find 6 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Acute-care hospitals with emergency departments, inpatient units and specialty centers. For non-emergencies, check which hospital your insurance and your doctors are affiliated with before you need care.
This guide lists 6 hospitals in and around Reading, spread across 6 ZIP codes. 6 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 6 link to their own website, 3 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 6 Hospitals in Reading
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Reading Hospital
- Address 420 South 5th Avenue, West Reading, PA 19611
- Phone (484) 628-8000
- Website reading.towerhealth.org
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2 Saint Joseph Medical Center
- Address 2500 Bernville Road, Reading, PA 19605
- Phone (610) 378-2000
- Website pennstatehealth.org
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3 Surgical Institute of Reading
- Address 2752 Century Boulevard, Wyomissing, PA 19610
- Phone (610) 378-8800
- Website sireading.com
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4 Haven Behavioral Hospital Of Eastern Pennsylvania
- Address 145 North 6th Street, Reading, PA 19601
- Phone (610) 406-4340
- Website havenreading.com
5 HealthSouth Reading Rehabilitation Hospital
- Address 1623 Morgantown Road, Reading, PA 19607
- Phone (610) 796-6000
- Website healthsouthreading.com
6 KidsPeace Berks Campus
- Address 704 Hay Road, Temple, PA 19560
- Phone (610) 929-4670
- Website kidspeace.org
How to choose hospitals in Reading
- Check that the provider is licensed. You can look up any Pennsylvania medical license on the Department of State's PALS website.
- Confirm that they accept your insurance plan and whether you need a referral from your primary care doctor.
- Look at hospital affiliations. Many Reading practices belong to a larger health system, which makes referrals and records easier.
- Ask about wait times for new patients, telehealth visits and after-hours coverage.
- Read recent patient reviews, but focus on patterns (communication, billing, wait times) rather than one-off complaints.
Local tips for Reading
Reading's Department of Codes Services issues building permits and rental licenses, and contractors working in the city must be registered with the city as well as with the state.
Many Reading businesses are bilingual in English and Spanish, and a lot of services are clustered in the surrounding boroughs such as Wyomissing, West Reading and Shillington.
Reading is in Berks County, and local phone numbers use the 610 and 484 area codes. Popular areas include Downtown, Centre Park, Callowhill, Glenside, Millmont, Northeast Reading, Southside, Oakbrook.
Frequently asked questions
Which hospitals in Reading are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Reading Hospital, Saint Joseph Medical Center, Surgical Institute of Reading. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Reading do these hospitals cover?
The hospitals on this list are located in ZIP codes 19560, 19601, 19605, 19607, 19610, 19611. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
How do I know if a doctor is board certified?
You can check board certification for free on the American Board of Medical Specialties site (CertificationMatters.org), and verify a Pennsylvania license on the state's PALS lookup.
Do I need a referral to see hospitals in Reading?
It depends on your insurance. HMO plans usually require a referral from your primary care physician, while PPO plans usually don't. Call your insurer or check your plan documents before booking.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring a photo ID, your insurance card, a list of current medications and doses, any recent test results and a short list of questions you want to ask.
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