Best Hospitals in Scranton, PA
Looking for hospitals in Scranton? 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 Scranton, spread across 3 ZIP codes. 5 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 Scranton
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Regional Hospital of Scranton
- Address 746 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton, PA 18510
- Phone (570) 770-3000
- Website commonwealthhealth.net
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2 Geisinger Community Medical Center
- Address 1800 Mulberry Street, Scranton, PA 18510
- Phone (570) 703-8000
- Website geisinger.org
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3 Moses Taylor Hospital
- Address 700 Quincy Avenue, Scranton, PA 18510
- Phone (570) 770-5000
- Website commonwealthhealth.net
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4 Allied Rehab Hospital
- Address 475 Morgan Highway, Scranton, PA 18508
- Phone (570) 348-1359
- Website allied-services.org
5 Clarks Summit State Hospital
- Address 1451 Hilltop Drive, Clarks Summit, PA 18411
- Phone (570) 587-7307
- Website dhs.pa.gov
How to choose hospitals in Scranton
- 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 Scranton 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 Scranton
Contractors working in Scranton must register with the city's Licensing, Inspections and Permits office, and older homes in the area often need attention for aging plumbing, electrical and heating systems.
Scranton and Wilkes-Barre are only about 20 minutes apart along I-81, so many service businesses cover the whole Wyoming Valley and Lackawanna County.
Scranton is in Lackawanna County, and local phone numbers use the 570 and 272 area codes. Popular areas include Downtown, Hill Section, Green Ridge, South Side, West Side, North Scranton, Minooka, Bellevue.
Frequently asked questions
Which hospitals in Scranton are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Regional Hospital of Scranton, Geisinger Community Medical Center, Moses Taylor Hospital. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Scranton do these hospitals cover?
The hospitals on this list are located in ZIP codes 18411, 18508, 18510. 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 Scranton?
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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