Trinity Health Among Nations Top Hospital Systems

Trinity Health Ranks in Top 10 of Nation's Finest According to Thomson Reuters

Trinity Health, a national health system of 45 nonprofit hospitals including Battle Creek Health System, was named one of the best performing hospital systems for the delivery of safe, high quality services.

The analysis from Thomson Reuters looked at 252 U.S. health systems and found the best performing 20 percent had 25 percent fewer deaths, 19 percent fewer complications, and 13 percent fewer patient mishaps than the worst performers, even though their patients were sicker.

"Trinity Health is among the top quality performers in the nation because of the magnificent commitment of the physicians, nurses, associates of BCHS, and all of our member hospitals to making continuous improvements in quality and safety," says Joseph Swedish, president and CEO of Trinity Health."

"We provide high tech resources and the latest clinical advances and health information technology locally to ensure that our patients receive the most timely, efficient, and safest care possible," adds Denise Brooks-Williams, BCHS president and CEO. "Trained specialists study workflows and care processes for the betterment of the patient experience. Evidence-based clinical data helps clinicians make the most informed decisions, when and where they need it."

As a member of Trinity Health, BCHS leverages the collective clinical knowledge and best care practices of Trinity hospitals across the country to improve the quality, safety and satisfaction of patient's throughout the course of their care.

A national leader in the implementation of health information technology, Trinity along with BCHS are interconnected in a network of electronic health records, adverse drug alert systems and other clinical support tools to infuse all of its member hospitals with better care processes and evidence-based medicine. BCHS is a pioneer in the development of an electronic health record, having installed its system in 2005.

Trinity Health's advances in health information technology makes it 'reform ready' if and when changes in the U.S. health system are made to drive higher value.

"Our groundbreaking role has positioned us well for elements of health reform that relate to health IT and comparative effectiveness research," says Terry O'Rourke, Trinity chief clinical officer. "As the government and private payers move toward payment that rewards outcomes and care coordination rather than volume, Trinity Health can leverage a full array of EHR and clinical support tools to align with physicians and create better, more efficient systems of care."

Thomson Reuters used data on 12 million Medicare patients using five measures: mortality, medical complications, patient safety, average length of stay, and whether hospitals followed standards of care published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Battle Creek Health System, sponsored by two parent organizations--Trinity Health (the fourth largest Catholic health system in the U.S. with 21 hospitals, 9 nursing homes, 19 senior house facilities, 8 home health care agencies, and 4 hospices in Michigan alone) and BCHS Community Partners, is accredited by the Joint Commission. Battle Creek Health System, a member of the Mercy Cancer Network, is a recipient of the 2008 HealthGrades Orthopaedic Surgery Excellence Award(tm) and 2009 Five Star rated for joint replacement surgery and total knee replacement. HealthGrades is a leading health care information company that provides objective 'report card' ratings nationwide.

BCHS provides excellent health care for the community and promotes wellness for the whole person with access and compassion for all.

For the latest medical information, visit the BCHS web site at www.bchealth.com or call the BCHS Marketing Department at (269) 966-8132.

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