Maria Parham Health has been awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade by The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit organization that evaluates patient safety in hospitals. This grade reflects the hospital’s performance across more than 30 measures related to errors, accidents, injuries, and infections.
Bert Beard, CEO of Maria Parham Health, stated: “Achieving an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade reflects enormous dedication to patient safety. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and commitment of our entire team. We are proud to continue providing safe, high-quality care to our community.”
Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group, congratulated Maria Parham Health on their achievement: “I extend my congratulations to Maria Parham Health, its leadership, clinicians, staff, and volunteers for creating a culture where patients come first.”
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is unique as it focuses exclusively on preventable medical errors and related issues. It is peer-reviewed and accessible to the public at no cost. Grades are updated twice yearly.
For more information about Maria Parham Health’s grade details or hospital safety tips, visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org. Stay connected with The Leapfrog Group through social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook or subscribe to their newsletter.
