Highlands Cashiers Hospital
Highlands, North Carolina · Macon CountyCMS #341316
25 BedsGovernmentRuralCritical Access
Financial Snapshot
-22.7%
Operating Margin
State median: 2.6%
-22.7%
Total Margin
0
Days Cash on Hand
State median: 10
63.5%
Occupancy Rate
State median: 60.0%
Source: CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS)
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Community Context
County Health Indicators
Diabetes10.0%
Obesity31.3%
Uninsured16.2%
PCPs per 10K5.6
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 | 14.6 mi |
| Harris Regional Hospital | 86 | 20.6 mi |
| Transylvania Regional Hospital, Inc | 25 | 24.2 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: 2026-10-29.