Iredell Memorial Hospital in Statesville, NC, has achieved an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit known for its focus on patient safety. The grading system spans from “A” to “F” and evaluates hospitals across over 30 measures, including errors, accidents, injuries, and infections, as well as preventative systems in place.
John Green, President and CEO of Iredell Health System, expressed satisfaction with the hospital’s third consecutive “A” rating. “I am so pleased to see our organization receive the recognition of a Leapfrog A rating for the third consecutive season. Our entire team deserves the credit of understanding the many Leapfrog requirements and remaining focused on so many important aspects of care. We believe it is an important example of the quality care that we provide locally in our community,” he remarked.
Leah Binder, President and CEO of The Leapfrog Group, acknowledged the hospital’s commitment to safety. “Achieving an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade reflects enormous dedication to patient safety. I extend my congratulations to Iredell Memorial Hospital, its leadership, clinicians, staff, and volunteers for creating a culture where patients come first,” she said.
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the sole rating system concentrating on preventable medical errors, infections, and injuries, which claim the lives of over 500 patients daily in the United States. The program is peer-reviewed, transparent, and accessible to the public, with updates in the fall and spring.
For comprehensive grade details and hospital safety tips, The Leapfrog Group encourages visiting HospitalSafetyGrade.org. The group can also be followed on social media and through its newsletter.
Iredell Health System, which includes Iredell Memorial Hospital among other facilities, is the largest and sole nonprofit hospital system in Iredell County. It employs nearly 2,000 employees and offers a wide range of services across its 391 licensed beds and various specialized centers.
The Leapfrog Group, established in 2000, aims to advance patient safety by assigning grades to hospitals based on safety records, providing a valuable resource for patients and families to protect themselves from healthcare-associated risks.
