Presbyterian Healthcare Services and Kaseman Hospital are recognized as leaders in the healthcare field. Some of the awards received recently include:
2019 Awards, Honors & Recognitions
Presbyterian Hospital again named Best Regional Hospital In 2019, Presbyterian Hospital* was again the only hospital in New Mexico to be named a best regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report and was also recognized for high performance in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and heart failure, as well as for knee and hip replacements.
* This distinction recognizes Presbyterian's three Central New Mexico hospitals – Presbyterian Hospital, Presbyterian Rust Medical Center and Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital. Combined data from all three Central New Mexico hospitals were submitted under the umbrella of Presbyterian Hospital.
Healthgrades Names Presbyterian Hospital One of America’s 250 Best Hospitals Presbyterian Hospital* was recently recognized by Healthgrades® as one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals and one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for stroke, critical and pulmonary care in 2019. Presbyterian is the only hospital in New Mexico to receive these four distinctions.
Healthgrades, the leading online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals, uses Medicare patient data (2015-2017) to evaluate the performance of nearly 4,500 hospitals nationwide for 32 of the most common inpatient procedures and conditions.
Read the Healthgrades 2019 Report to the Nation
*Combined data from all three Presbyterian Central New Mexico hospitals—Presbyterian Hospital, Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital and Presbyterian Rust Medical Center— were submitted under the umbrella of Presbyterian Hospital.
2018 Awards, Honors & Recognitions
Presbyterian Cancer Care Receives National Accreditation For its efforts to improve outcomes for patients with breast disease, Presbyterian Cancer Care was recently awarded a new three-year accreditation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). It first received the accreditation in 2012.
NAPBC accreditation is only given to those cancer centers that commit to providing high level breast care and undergo a rigorous evaluation and review of their performance.
The NAPBC evaluates cancer centers in areas such as leadership, clinical management, research, community outreach, professional education and quality improvement. Patients who receive care at an accredited center have access to comprehensive care, cutting-edge technology, multidisciplinary teams and information about clinical trials and new treatment options, according to the NAPBC.
For more information about the NAPBC, visit:
www.accreditedbreastcenters.org
Presbyterian Hospital Named One of the Nation’s Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals for the Second Year in a Row Presbyterian Hospital* was recently named one of the nation’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health™ for the second year in a row and third time overall. Presbyterian Hospital is the only hospital in New Mexico to receive this award.
According to IBM Watson Health, if all cardiovascular providers in the U.S. performed at the level of this year’s winners (based on Medicare patients only) results industry-wide could amount to:
- More than 10,300 additional lives saved.
- $1.8 billion in health care cost savings.
- 2,800 additional bypass and angioplasty patients could be complication-free.
The IBM Watson Health 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals study uses 2016 and 2017 Medicare Provider Analysis and Review (MedPAR) data, 2017 Medicare cost reports and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Hospital Compare published in the second quarter of 2018. This annual study identifies the top U.S. hospitals for inpatient cardiovascular service and highest performing cardiovascular service lines in the nation. Hospitals were scored in key value-based performance areas such as higher inpatient survival rates, fewer complications, shorter lengths of stay, lower costs and lower readmission rates. For more information, visit:
www.100tophospitals.com
*Combined data from all three Presbyterian Central New Mexico hospitals were submitted under the umbrella of Presbyterian Hospital.
2017 Awards, Honors & Recognitions
Presbyterian Hospital Named One of the Nation’s Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health. Presbyterian Hospital* was named one of the nation’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health.
IBM Watson Health recently released the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals 2018 study. The annual study, conducted by Truven Health Analytics, now part of IBM Watson Health, identified the top U.S. hospitals for inpatient cardiovascular services. The study uses a balanced national scorecard of hospital performance metrics to identify the highest performing cardiovascular service lines in the nation.
*Combined data from all three Presbyterian Central New Mexico hospitals were submitted under the umbrella of Presbyterian Hospital.
U.S. News & World Report Recognizes Presbyterian as Best Regional Hospital. Presbyterian Hospital* was recently named a “Best Regional Hospital” for 2017-2018 and was recognized for high performance in colon cancer surgery and hip and knee replacements by U.S. News & World Report. It is the only hospital in New Mexico to receive the Best Regional Hospital designation. The distinction recognizes Presbyterian’s three Central New Mexico hospitals – Presbyterian Hospital, Presbyterian Rust Medical Center and Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital. For 2017-18, U.S. News evaluated more than 4,500 medical centers nationwide in 25 specialties, procedures and conditions. Of those, only 1,254 hospitals were rated as high performing in one or more specialties, procedures or conditions. Hospitals that achieved high performing ratings for at least three types of care are designated as Best Regional Hospitals – only about 12 percent of hospitals evaluated met the criteria.
*Combined data from all three Presbyterian Central New Mexico hospitals were submitted under the umbrella of Presbyterian Hospital.
Presbyterian Hospital Accredited by the American College of Surgeon’s Commission on Cancer In recognition of its consistent performance in providing quality care to cancer patients, Presbyterian Hospital* was recently accredited for three more years by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer.
“Presbyterian is committed to delivering comprehensive, compassionate cancer care,” said Bernard Agbemadzo, MD, medical director, Presbyterian Cancer Care. “We are thrilled to have our accreditation extended for three more years and to have received an Outstanding Achievement Award commendation. This achievement demonstrates our sustained performance in providing high-quality cancer care and commitment to improved outcomes for patients.”
* The accreditation uses 2016 data for inpatient and outpatient cancer care provided at Presbyterian facilities by employed and independent physicians in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. Combined data from these facilities were submitted under the umbrella of Presbyterian Hospital.
2016 Awards, Honors & Recognitions
Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital’s Sleep Disorders Center Maintains American Academy of Sleep Medicine Accreditation. Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital’s Sleep Disorders Center’s accreditation was recently extended for five additional years by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).
“Maintaining our American Academy of Sleep Medicine accreditation demonstrates our commitment to providing important diagnostic services and long-term management for our patients with sleep disorders,” said Trish Snipes, Director, Pulmonary Services/EEG/Sleep Disorders, Presbyterian Healthcare Services.
Presbyterian Receives HFMA’s MAP Award for Second Consecutive Year. For the second year in a row, Presbyterian Healthcare Services (Presbyterian) received the MAP Award for High Performance in Revenue Cycle, sponsored by the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA).
In healthcare, revenue cycle includes the capture, management and collection of patient service revenue—from the time a patient makes an appointment to when the balance is paid.
Presbyterian was among 13 winners selected from nearly 170 facilities for this year’s award, which was formally presented on June 26 at HFMA’s 2016 National Institute in Las Vegas, Nevada.
U.S. News & World Report Names Presbyterian Best Regional Hospital. Presbyterian Hospital* was recently named a “Best Regional Hospital” for 2016-17 and was recognized for high performance in colon cancer surgery, treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, hip and knee replacements and heart failure procedures by U.S. News & World Report.
The distinction recognizes Presbyterian’s three Central New Mexico hospitals – Presbyterian Hospital, Presbyterian Rust Medical Center and Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital.
For 2016-17, 1,628 hospitals received a high performing rating in one or more specialties, procedures or conditions. Hospitals that achieved high performing ratings for at least four types of care are designated as Best Regional Hospitals—only about 10 percent of hospitals evaluated met the criteria.
*Combined data from all three Presbyterian Central New Mexico hospitals were submitted under the umbrella of Presbyterian Hospital.
2015 Awards, Honors & Recognitions
U.S. News & World Report Names Presbyterian Best Regional Hospital. On July 21, Presbyterian Hospital* was rated a “Best Regional Hospital” in recognition of high performance in knee and hip replacement and heart failure procedures by U.S. News & World Report.
The distinction recognizes Presbyterian’s three Central New Mexico hospitals – Presbyterian Hospital, Presbyterian Rust Medical Center and Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital.
U.S. News evaluated more than 4,600 hospitals in five common inpatient procedures and medical conditions – heart bypass surgery, hip replacement, knee replacement, heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) – and rated them high performers, average or below average. Presbyterian was one of only 378 that achieved a “High Performing” rating for at least two of the five conditions or procedures.
“The Best Regional Hospital rating recognizes our commitment to providing safe, quality care for our patients,” said Kathy Davis, RN, Senior Vice President and Chief Experience Officer, Presbyterian Healthcare Services. “This achievement would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our providers and staff.”
2014 Awards, Accomplishments & Recognitions
CDC Awards $2.9 Million Grant to Presbyterian Community Health Program. Presbyterian Healthcare Services was awarded a three-year, $2.9 million federal grant to focus on improving community health in the International District of Albuquerque and the South Valley of Bernalillo County.
The Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) award is part of a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services initiative to reduce chronic diseases, promote healthier lifestyles, reduce health disparities, and control health care spending. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) administers the grant. REACH, which began in 1999, focuses on racial and ethnic communities experiencing health disparities.
Presbyterian Receives The Joint Commission's 'Top Performer on Key Quality Measures®' Recognition. Recently four Presbyterian Healthcare Services' hospitals were each named a 2013
Top Performer on Key Quality Measures® by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in the United States.
The Top Performer distinction is for Presbyterian's three Central New Mexico hospitals – Presbyterian Hospital, Presbyterian Rust Medical Center and Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital – which were recognized for attaining excellence in accountability measure performance for heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia and surgical care.
Presbyterian Healthcare Services Recognized for "BOLD" Leadership. Presbyterian Healthcare Services was recently named one of the 10 highest ranking health systems in the country for leadership development by the National Center for Healthcare Leadership. Presbyterian was recognized as a "BOLD" healthcare organization that uses evidence-based leadership development practices to achieve excellence and improve the quality of healthcare in our community.
Presbyterian Receives 2014 Most Wired Award for Excellence in Information Technology. Presbyterian Healthcare Services recently received
Hospitals & Health Networks' 2014 Most Wired award. The award recognized 375 organizations nationwide that have created the technical infrastructure necessary to support robust clinical information systems. Presbyterian was one of two organizations recognized in New Mexico.
Other Awards, Accomplishments & Recognitions
Presbyterian Breast Care Network Receives National Accreditation. After a site visit in September, Presbyterian's Breast Care Network (PBCN) was awarded a full, three year accreditation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). The PBCN is comprised of surgeons from the Presbyterian Medical Group, the Cancer Center at Presbyterian, Presbyterian MD Anderson, High Resolution Imaging Services and Pathology Associates of Albuquerque.
Premier's QUEST Collaborative Top Performing Hospital. Presbyterian Hospital and Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital (PKH) are among the 2011 Top Performing Hospitals in the Premier healthcare alliance's national QUEST® collaborative. This is the third year in a row that PKH has achieved top performance. QUEST supports hospitals in delivering the best care possible, as well as sharing collaborative solutions to improve healthcare nationwide and influence public policies. Together, the current 278 QUEST members share ideas, strategies and proven practices to reduce variation - an approach that has been shown to improve care quality, safety, and cost.
Green Zia Environmental Leadership Program: Silver level recognition. (New Mexico Environmental Department). This program recognizes Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital's accomplishments and commitment to environmental improvement in a number of areas, including energy, water use reduction, waste reduction and recycling, and environmental protection.