New Jersey’s Patient Safety Rankings Revealed: 13 Hospitals Get ‘C’ Grade!
If you have the option to pick a hospital for your care, it’s worth taking a look at the latest patient safety report from The Leapfrog Group. Their updated grades highlight how well hospitals prioritize safety for their patients.
New Jersey stands out with one of the highest percentages of hospitals earning an “A” in patient safety. However, the state also has 13 hospitals that received a “C” grade.
While no hospitals in New Jersey were given “D” or “F” grades, this mixed performance shows there’s room for improvement.
According to the report, 31 hospitals in the state achieved an “A” grade, while 23 others earned a “B.” These grades, updated twice a year, reflect how well hospitals perform on measures that help keep patients safe from harm during their care.
The report also highlights some positive trends in safety improvements across the country. For instance, many hospitals are making progress in areas like hand hygiene and preventing medication errors.
Additionally, more than 90% of hospitals showed improvements in at least one of three preventable infections: bloodstream infections from central lines, catheter-associated urinary tract infections, and MRSA infections.
Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group, emphasized the importance of these safety ratings. “Some hospitals are much better than others at protecting patients from harm.
That’s why we make the Hospital Safety Grade available to the public, and why we encourage all hospitals to focus more attention on safety,” she said.
As for the 13 hospitals in New Jersey with a “C” grade, this is a call to action. These facilities will need to work hard to improve their safety standards before the next report comes out in the spring of 2025. For patients, knowing these grades can help you make more informed decisions about your care.
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