Your Hospital’s Safety Grade
Whether you simply want to know about the hospitals in your area, or you need to choose a hospital for surgery or other procedure, the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade should be your first stop for finding the best hospital for you and your family.
The Safety Grade can tell you more about things like:
- How well does my hospital prevent infections and encourage handwashing?
- Does my hospital value patient safety by supporting strong health care teams?
- Are there protocols and standards in place for preventing errors at my hospital?
In this section, you can:
- Learn more about the Hospital Safety Grade and how it was created
- Learn when and how to use the Grade when making health care decisions
- Decide which hospital is best for you and your family
- Check out how your state compares on patient safety