Chowan Hospital – Quality and Safety
We want to help you make the right choice about the health services you need. That's why we're taking part in programs that report how well we're meeting national standards.
Why is quality reporting important?
The national standards deal with some of the most common health issues that bring people to hospitals. How well a hospital cares for patients with these medical conditions is a good guide to its overall success in providing quality care.
Click on the links below to see how Chowan Hospital's performance compares to that of other hospitals in the state and nation.
Note: Quality measures are not included here if the hospital reported on fewer than 25 such cases.
Why is patient experience reporting important?
How patients assess their experience is useful information for anyone making a choice for hospital care. This information is captured through the national Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems, or HCAHPS, survey. Click here to see how patients rate their experience at Chowan Hospital.
Joint Commission Reporting
The Joint Commission is an organization that accredits hospitals. The organization regularly performs surveys of hospitals and how they are performing. Click here to find out more about Joint Commission reports and view our latest results.