11/15/2024
Five Nuvance Health hospitals have earned an ‘A’ hospital safety grade from The Leapfrog Group, including Northern Dutchess Hospital and Putnam Hospital in the Hudson Valley and Danbury Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut. This top-tier rating reflects each hospital’s dedication to preventing medical errors, implementing strong infection controls and fostering a culture that prioritizes patient well-being above all.
Quality means delivering healthcare that patients and families can trust
The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization focused on advancing quality care in American healthcare. Quality at Nuvance Health’s hospitals goes beyond meeting benchmarks; it means delivering healthcare that patients and their families can trust. From rigorous staff training to adopting the latest evidence-based practices, Nuvance Health designs each aspect of care to ensure patient safety at every step.
“This achievement is a testament to the hard work, expertise and compassion of everyone involved in patient care,” said Dr. Diane Kantaros, chief quality officer at Nuvance Health. “I am incredibly proud of our healthcare professionals, who go above and beyond every day to make quality care and patient safety their highest priorities. Their dedication and tireless efforts are what make recognitions like these possible, reaffirming our commitment to serving our community with the best possible care.”
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Consistently delivering quality healthcare for our patients and communities
Nuvance Health hospitals consistently achieve quality recognition from reputable organizations that set healthcare standards, such as the American Heart Association for heart attack and stroke care and U.S. News & World Report for specialty services.
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is a nationally recognized rating that provides patients and their families with objective data to make informed healthcare decisions. Updated biannually, this grade reflects over 30 safety performance measures, from hospital system efficacy to infection prevention and harm reduction strategies. The rigorous, peer-reviewed criteria Leapfrog uses ensure that an “A” grade is a distinguished indicator of quality and trustworthiness. Learn more about The Leapfrog Group.
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