CLH named in Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals for second year!
Calhoun Liberty Hospital (CLH) has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States by The Chartis Center for Rural Health for the second consecutive year! This distinction highlights our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional healthcare right here at home.
The annual Top 100 award program recognizes the nation’s leading rural hospitals, evaluating performance based on the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX®. This recognition signifies excellence in navigating the challenges of modern healthcare.
Amidst uncertainty, transition, and strain, top performers like CLH excel in managing risk, achieving higher quality care, securing better patient outcomes, and increasing patient satisfaction. These hospitals serve as a benchmark for other rural facilities, providing a blueprint for successfully navigating the evolving healthcare landscape.
Calhoun Liberty Hospital is the only hospital in Florida and the only hospital in the Southeast to earn this prestigious recognition. You can view the full list of Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals here: https://www.chartis.com/top-performing-rural-hospitals
“This is a tremendous achievement for Calhoun Liberty Hospital and our community,” said Mark Plummer, Chairman of the Calhoun Liberty Hospital Board. “Being named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital for the second consecutive year is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team. We are honored to be recognized among the best rural hospitals in the nation, especially for our ability to provide high-quality care during a time of great change in the healthcare industry.”
“The Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals award program elevates the very best performers and helps create a roadmap for those seeking to improve financial and operational performance while continuing to care for the communities they serve,” said Michael Topchik, Executive Director, The Chartis Center for Rural Health. “This is our 15th year recognizing the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals, and we’re thrilled to celebrate this milestone with this year’s winners.”
Hospital CEO Emily Brown attributes this success to the dedicated team at CLH. “This recognition is a direct result of the outstanding team at Calhoun Liberty Hospital,” said Brown. “Their unwavering commitment to our patients and community, coupled with their dedication to building a culture of professionalism, quality care, and supportive teamwork, makes this achievement possible. We are incredibly proud of their dedication and hard work.”
CLH is actively developing new partnerships with specialists, expanding telehealth services, and strengthening collaborations with community organizations and providers. The future is bright for Calhoun Liberty Hospital, and we remain committed to continuously improving and expanding our services to meet the evolving needs of our community.