Hospitals in Buda, TX - Medicare Status, Ratings, Address, Contact

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Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Buda
Acute Care Hospital (Medicare Certified)
Location: 5330 Overpass Road Suite 110, Buda, Texas 78610
Ratings:NA Phone: (737) 999-6200

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