The Leapfrog Group Reports are Available!
The Leapfrog Group just released its final report on the results of the 2014 Leapfrog Hospital Survey. As well as summarizing the results of our previous reports, this report explores hospital-acquired conditions, ICU physician staffing, Never Events and more.
39% of hospitals nationwide report to the Leapfrog Hospital Survey, demonstrating their commitment to transparency.
But there’s more work to do.
Last year, just over 1,500 U.S. hospitals voluntarily completed the Leapfrog Hospital Survey, the highest recorded participation to date. These hospitals are committed to transparency-for the benefit of their patients and their communities. But more hospitals need to be on board.
“We’re excited to see a growing level of commitment from hospitals and I applaud those who have taken the steps to provide this level of transparency,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “As a result, we’ve seen a continued decrease in the national rate of early elective deliveries, as well as a number of strong improvements in key areas, including hand hygiene compliance and ICU staffing practices. Still, more work is needed. It’s essential we see this level of improvement in all areas of the health care system.”
