ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Mission Hospital has earned the top ranking in Business North Carolina’s annual list of North Carolina’s Best Hospitals, tying at No. 1 with Duke University Hospital and WakeMed Raleigh.
This prestigious recognition underscores Mission Hospital’s continued commitment to excellence in patient care and clinical outcomes, Mission officials said.
“We are honored to be recognized as the top hospital in North Carolina,” Mission Health and Mission Hospital CEO Greg Lowe said in a news release. “This achievement reflects the dedication of our physicians, nurses, and entire healthcare team who work tirelessly to provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients every day.”
BNC’s rankings are based on more than 25 healthcare metrics, heavily informed by data from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Key performance indicators considered in the rankings include:
- Patient satisfaction
- Infection rates
- Readmission statistics
- Mortality rates for common medical procedures
Additional ranking factors include:
- Hospital safety scores from The Leapfrog Group
- Recognition awards from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
- National performance ratings from U.S. News & World Report
Mission Hospital remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering the highest standard of health care to the communities it serves, hospital officials said. This accolade further solidifies its reputation as a leader in medical excellence.
“Because of the support from HCA Healthcare, we have been able to consistently provide exceptional care, even in the face of challenges like a catastrophic hurricane,” Lowe said in the news release.