New grade for Spring 2024 is national recognition for patient safety
Ascension St. Vincent Carmel has been awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for spring 2024.
The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit organization, evaluates hospitals across the United States on more than 30 performance metrics related to medical errors, accidents, injuries and infections, as well as the efficacy of their preventive measures. This prestigious grade highlights Ascension St. Vincent Carmel’s commitment to patient safety.
Dilley
“Our associates at Ascension St. Vincent Carmel consider safety not just a priority but an essential duty,” Ascension St. Vincent Carmel President Chad Dilley said. “A safe environment is critical to providing exceptional care to every patient who walks through our doors. Receiving an ‘A’ grade from The Leapfrog Group is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team.”
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the only hospital ratings program that focuses exclusively on hospital safety. It specifically targets preventable medical errors, infections, and injuries that contribute to more than 500 patient deaths each day nationwide. The grading system is peer-reviewed, fully transparent and freely available to the public. Grades are updated biannually, reflecting the continuous efforts of healthcare facilities to improve patient safety.
For complete details of Ascension St. Vincent Carmel’s performance and tips for patients on maintaining safety while in hospital care, please visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org.
Learn more about Ascension St. Vincent Carmel at ascension.org.