Press release: “Hospitals across the United States have significantly improved the quality of care provided for patients suffering from heart attacks, heart failure, or pneumonia over the past four years, according to a new report from The Joint Commission. The report details the performance of accredited hospitals against standardized national performance measures and the Joint Commission’s National Patient Safety Goals.
Improving America’s Hospitals: A Report on Quality and Safety also shows, however, that the effectiveness with which hospitals carry out safe practices and provide patients proven treatments for common clinical conditions varies by state. These variations spotlight clear opportunities for hospitals to strengthen their efforts in delivering safe, effective care.”