Erlanger Murphy Medical Center
Murphy, North Carolina · Cherokee CountyCMS #341328
50 BedsGovernmentRuralCritical Access
Financial Snapshot
-7.1%
Operating Margin
State median: 4.5%
-6.6%
Total Margin
22
Days Cash on Hand
State median: 2
43.2%
Occupancy Rate
State median: 61.8%
Source: CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS)
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Community Context
County Health Indicators
Diabetes10.6%
Obesity31.5%
Uninsured13.5%
PCPs per 10K4.1
Primary Care HPSADental Health HPSAMental Health HPSA
Sources: County Health Rankings, CDC SVI 2022, HRSA HPSA
Nearest Hospitals
| Hospital | Beds | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Medical Center | 25 | 32.2 mi |
| Swain County Hospital | 48 | 38.6 mi |
| Highlands Cashiers Hospital | 25 | 44.1 mi |
Data from CMS Provider of Services, CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS), County Health Rankings, CDC Social Vulnerability Index, and HRSA Bureau of Health Workforce. Last updated: 2026-03-11.