Celebrating Excellence in Patient Safety
Healthgrades is thrilled to announce the recognition of top-performing hospitals in patient care for the year 2025. The prestigious Patient Safety Excellence Award™ showcases hospitals that not only provide exceptional healthcare services but also prioritize patient safety during hospital stays. A total of 442 hospitals across 40 states have been honored this year, representing the top 10% of healthcare facilities in the nation regarding patient safety.
The Importance of Patient Safety
Patient safety plays a crucial role in healthcare. It directly impacts health outcomes and ensures that patients are safeguarded against preventable injuries and complications during their hospital experience. Healthgrades analyzed data between 2021 and 2023, revealing that if all hospitals achieved the same patient safety standards as the 2025 award winners, they could have potentially prevented 100,891 patient safety events.
Insights from Healthgrades
According to Dr. Debra Gradick, MD FACEP, a senior physician consultant at Healthgrades, "Patient safety is one of the fundamental elements of quality healthcare. It should be a priority for consumers searching for the best care options available." The Patient Safety Excellence Award emphasizes hospitals that consistently emphasize safety, providing a wealth of data-driven insights for informed decision-making.
Understanding the Awards Criteria
The assessment for these awards is based on a thorough analysis of inpatient MedPAR data that measures a hospital's clinical performance across 13 patient safety indicators (PSIs). Each PSI reflects a serious complication that can potentially be prevented. Healthgrades found that four key PSIs were responsible for almost 76% of all patient safety events between 2021 and 2023:
- In-hospital falls leading to fractures (54% lower risk)
- Collapsed lungs due to procedures in the chest area (54.8% lower risk)
- Hospital-acquired pressure sores or bed sores (69.4% lower risk)
- Catheter-related bloodstream infections acquired in the hospital (72% lower risk)
Accessing the Full Award List and Methodology
The complete list of Patient Safety Excellence Award recipients and the methodologies used to determine these awards can be accessed on Healthgrades' official website. Understanding how these awards are determined provides clarity on the quality of care patients can expect when choosing hospitals recognized for their excellence in patient safety.
A Commitment to Transparency
Healthgrades is committed to fostering transparency in healthcare, enabling patients to make educated decisions regarding their health and safety. The methodologies developed by Healthgrades draw upon rigorous technical specifications and extensive MedPAR data, ensuring that hospitals meet defined clinical quality thresholds.
About Healthgrades
Healthgrades is a leading platform dedicated to bridging connections among patients, physicians, and healthcare facilities. It ranks as the top resource used by consumers seeking information about doctors and hospitals. By aiding millions of individuals each month in finding and scheduling appointments with healthcare professionals, Healthgrades enhances the overall patient experience through its comprehensive treatment-focused content.
For over two decades, Healthgrades has empowered health systems, group practices, and life sciences marketing solutions to connect with consumers en route to their healthcare decisions. As part of RVO Health, which encompasses a wide array of health and wellness platforms, Healthgrades helps over 100 million unique visitors navigate their health journeys every month.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Patient Safety Excellence Award?
The Patient Safety Excellence Award recognizes hospitals that excel in providing high-quality care while minimizing safety events during hospital stays.
How many hospitals received the award this year?
A total of 442 hospitals from 40 states received the Patient Safety Excellence Award in 2025, marking them as top performers in patient safety.
What indicators are used to assess patient safety?
Healthgrades evaluates hospitals based on 13 patient safety indicators, including in-hospital falls, pressure sores, and catheter-related infections.
How can consumers use this information?
Consumers can utilize the insights from the Patient Safety Excellence Award to make informed decisions when selecting hospitals, ensuring they choose facilities that prioritize patient safety.
Where can I find more information about Healthgrades?
Additional information about Healthgrades, including methodologies and recipient lists of the Patient Safety Excellence Award, can be found on their official website.
