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Florida Medical Center

5000 W Oakland Park Blvd, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313
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Our 459-bed acute care hospital has made excellence in delivering healthcare a priority, and it shows:

We are home to the Heart Institute of Florida, where our doctors have worked on the leading edge of cardiac care for more than 40 years.

We are part of the Advanced Neuroscience Network, leading the way in brain and spinal care in Florida.
We have a comprehensive stroke center that offers fast, effective stroke care for a strong recovery.

At Florida Medical Center, we are committed to delivering the highest quality care possible to each of our patients. We strive to help patients achieve better outcomes, quicker recovery times, shorter hospital stays and ultimately, better health. As a result of our efforts, Florida Medical Center has received numerous prestigious awards and accolades from trusted organizations including the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and the American Heart/Stroke Association.

Our mission is simple yet impactful: to breathe new life into struggling hospitals and protect the future of healthcare in America. By investing in technology, operational excellence, and employee engagement!

Florida Medical Center Services

Emergency Care

Whether it’s a broken bone, high fever or a more severe medical emergency like a heart attack, our emergency departments

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Cardiology

At the Heart Institute of Florida, we provide a multidisciplinary approach with advanced treatment options and services.

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Orthopedics

Florida Medical Center earned the Gold Seal certification by The Joint Commission for hip and knee replacements.

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Urology

At Florida Medical Center, we understand that conditions like bladder control problems are private and hard to talk about openly.

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General Surgery
No matter how simple or complex an operation you need, our highly trained and experienced surgical team at Florida Medical

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Spine and Neuroscience Center of South Florida

The Spine and Neuroscience Center of South Florida has a mission to improve each patient’s condition and quality

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Preserving Local Healthcare Access

Frequently Asked Questions

Main phone number: 954-735-6000
Billing: (888) 527-1968
Adress: 5000 W Oakland Park Blvd
Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313
954-735-6000
Visiting Hours

Visiting hours are available every day so you can spend time with your loved one from:

8:00am – 10:00pm, two (2) visitors allowed per patient at a time
Visitors must be 12 years of age or older and accompanied by an adult

Medical and Surgical Floors
See above visitation guidelines.

Intensive/Critical Care Units
Visitors must be 12 years of age or older and accompanied by an adult other than the patient.

Hospice Unit
See above visitation guidelines.

Outpatient
One visitor must be 18 years of age or older.

Exceptions to the guidelines may be granted on a case-by-case basis by Hospital Administration

Medical Records
We are committed to keeping your Protected Health Information (PHI) private, and we are required by law to respect your confidentiality. If you would like a copy of your medical records, please click here to electronically request them, visit the Medical Records office at the address below or you can submit by fax. Our offices are opened from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday if you have any questions.

Florida Medical Center
Medical Records Office
5000 West Oakland Park Blvd
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33313
Tel: (954) 730-2830
Fax: (833) 499-6596

When you come to pick up your medical records or when you send a request to receive your medical records by fax or mail, please be sure to provide a valid government-issued picture ID such as a driver’s license, identification card, passport, or comparison of signatures documented in the medical records.

If someone other than the patient is picking up or requesting to fax or mail the records, that person needs to provide a government issued picture ID and an original signed authorization letter from the patient. There may be a charge for creating a copy of your records.

Medicare Insurance Helpline
Understanding your Medicare insurance options can seem confusing and even overwhelming at times. Whether you are new to Medicare or have previously enrolled in Medicare, the ever changing insurance options can make choosing the right plan challenging. We offer a FREE helpline service via MedicareCompareUSA as an unbiased agent to help you make the best decision for your healthcare insurance needs. This service will allow you to compare the plans available and identify plans that your provider currently accepts that are within your budget.

Call Toll-free: 1-855-975-7557
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What To Expect?
A hospital stay need not be a scary prospect. You can reduce your stress and discomfort by knowing what to expect before you arrive. To help you feel more prepared, we’ve compiled a list below of frequently asked questions about surgeries or hospital stays.

Please also feel free to call us at 954-735-6000 with any additional questions or suggestions.

Getting ready for:

A hospital stay
Surgery
The day of surgery
Preparing for Surgery
Will I be able to drive home after surgery?
No, you won’t be allowed to drive following surgery. Please make arrangements for a ride home with a responsible adult. You won’t be permitted to drive the day of surgery, and you’ll need your doctor’s clearance before driving again

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