In a recent announcement on April 19, 2024, Southern Tennessee Regional Health System – Lawrenceburg has been honored with an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade by The Leapfrog Group, a prestigious national recognition for its dedication to patient safety. This accolade underscores the hospital’s commitment to safeguarding patients from preventable harm and errors.
Mike Howard, the CEO of STRHS-Lawrenceburg, expressed his satisfaction with this achievement, emphasizing the hospital’s position among the top-tier healthcare facilities nationwide in terms of patient safety. He extended his gratitude to the entire team, including nurses, clinical staff, physicians, board members, and volunteers, for their unwavering dedication to providing quality care and ensuring patient safety.
The Leapfrog Group, an independent watchdog organization, has a decade-long history of evaluating general hospitals across the United States based on their ability to prevent medical errors and ensure patient safety. Leah Binder, the president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group, commended the hospital’s leadership and staff for their commitment to safety and transparency, highlighting the significance of the ‘A’ Safety Grade as a testament to the hospital’s continuous efforts to enhance patient protection.
The Hospital Safety Grade, updated biannually, is determined by over 30 national performance measures, reflecting the hospital’s ongoing evaluation of its performance to prioritize patient well-being. To access detailed information on STRHS-Lawrenceburg’s safety grade and receive valuable tips for staying safe during hospital visits, individuals can visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org and follow The Leapfrog Group on social media platforms.
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Lawrenceburg, a part of the regional network serving communities in southern Tennessee, offers a range of inpatient and outpatient services at its Joint Commission accredited acute care facility in Lawrence County. Services provided include emergency care, orthopedics, podiatry, rehabilitation, urology, obstetrics, gynecology, wound care, and radiology.
The Leapfrog Group, established in 2000 by prominent employers and purchasers, is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing patient safety. Through initiatives such as the Leapfrog Hospital Survey and the Leapfrog Ambulatory Surgery Center Survey, the organization transparently reports hospital and ASC performance, empowering consumers to make informed decisions about their healthcare. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their safety records, enabling consumers to protect themselves and their loved ones from potential errors and infections.