The biannual Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades for the Fall of 2024 have been announced by The Leapfrog Group, a national watchdog organization for patient safety, and OSF HealthCare St. Mary Medical Center has been named to the list.

Nearly 3,000 hospitals across the U.S. are assigned A, B, C, D, and F letter grades. Widely acknowledged as one of the most prestigious distinctions a hospital can receive in the U.S., the recognition showcases OSF HealthCare's commitment to patient safety and quality.

OSF St. Mary Medical Center received an "A"' grade.

"Achieving an 'A' grade from the Leapfrog Group is a testament to the dedication of our Mission Partners, who provide exceptional care for our patients every day," said Lisa DeKezel, OSF HealthCare President. "We're very proud of their ongoing commitment to deliver safe, effective care in alignment with our Mission to serve with the greatest care and love."

Three additional OSF HealthCare facilities achieved an "A" grade, OSF Healthcare Saint James - John W. Albrecht Medical Center in Pontiac, OSF HealthCare Saint Elizabeth in Ottawa and OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony's Health Center in Alton, Ill.

Hospitals are assigned A, B, C, D, and F letter grades based on 30 national performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries, and infections, as well as systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm. These measures include patient care management, medication safety, frequency of healthcare-associated infections, and maternity care. The biannual report is calculated by a panel of safety experts, peer-reviewed, fully transparent, and free to the public.

To see the full grade for all eligible OSF HealthCare facilities, visit www.hospitalsafetygrade.org .