Best Hospitals in Wilkes-Barre, PA
Looking for hospitals in Wilkes-Barre? 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 Wilkes-Barre, spread across 5 ZIP codes. 5 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 5 link to their own website, 4 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 6 Hospitals in Wilkes-Barre
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1 Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre
- Address 25 Church Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18765
- Phone (570) 808-3100
- Website geisinger.org
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2 Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
- Address 575 North River Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18764
- Phone (570) 829-8111
- Website commonwealthhealth.net
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3 Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
- Address 1000 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711
- Phone (570) 808-7300
- Website geisinger.org
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4 John Heinz Institute Of Rehabilitation Medicine
- Address 150 Mundy Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
- Phone (570) 826-3800
- Website allied-services.org
5 Wilkes - Barre VA Medical Center
- Address 1111 East End Boulevard, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711
- Phone (570) 824-3521
- Website va.gov
6 Wyoming Valley Behavioral Hospital
- Address 562 Wyoming Avenue, Kingston, PA 18704
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How to choose hospitals in Wilkes-Barre
- 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 Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre
Much of Wilkes-Barre sits in the Susquehanna floodplain behind the Wyoming Valley levee system, so flood insurance and basement waterproofing are common concerns for homeowners.
Scranton is about 20 minutes away, and many Wyoming Valley businesses serve Kingston, Plains, Wilkes-Barre Township and the surrounding towns.
Wilkes-Barre is in Luzerne County, and local phone numbers use the 570 and 272 area codes. Popular areas include Downtown, Parsons, Miners Mills, North End, South Wilkes-Barre, Heights, Rolling Mill Hill.
Frequently asked questions
Which hospitals in Wilkes-Barre are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Wyoming Valley Behavioral Hospital. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Wilkes-Barre do these hospitals cover?
The hospitals on this list are located in ZIP codes 18702, 18704, 18711, 18764, 18765. 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 Wilkes-Barre?
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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