Hospital Safety Grades Released: See How Your Local Facility Ranks

A recent report by the Leapfrog Group shows an increase in Illinois hospitals receiving A grades for safety, with 32 hospitals achieving top marks, up from 24 in the spring. However, 12 hospitals received D grades, and one, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur, received an F. The Leapfrog Group evaluates hospitals based on 22 safety measures, and Illinois now ranks 23rd in the nation for patient safety. Health leaders emphasize using these grades as one of many factors when choosing healthcare facilities.