McLeod Health Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group

The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting patient safety in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers, has recently awarded McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Health Dillon with an “A” Hospital Safety Grade. This prestigious recognition highlights the commitment of these hospitals to prioritize patient safety and prevent harm and errors through various measures and systems in place.

Dr. Caetie Rabon, Rural Regional Chief Medical Officer for McLeod Health, expressed gratitude for the hard work and dedication of the teams at these hospitals in providing quality care to patients. The Leapfrog Group’s grading system, which evaluates hospitals based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries, and infections, helps identify areas for improvement and fosters a culture of safety.

McLeod Health Cheraw has now received the “A” Hospital Safety Grade for the fourth time in a row, demonstrating the staff’s ongoing dedication to best practices in patient care. CEO Bren Lowe emphasized the significance of achieving this national recognition consistently over the years.

Rachel Gainey, CEO of McLeod Health Clarendon, highlighted the unwavering commitment of the staff to upholding the highest standards of safety and quality in healthcare delivery. The hospital is focused on continuous improvement and providing exceptional care to all patients.

McLeod Health Dillon is also dedicated to quality improvements and delivering top-notch care to the region, as noted by CEO Jenny Hardee. The staff’s commitment to excellence in healthcare services is evident in their pursuit of the highest level of care for all patients.