The Outer Banks Hospital – Quality and Safety

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 here  for information on North Carolina Hospital Quality performance reporting.

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. 

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.