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MetroHealth ranks among nation's most socially responsible hospitals
MetroHealth is ranked as one of the nation's most socially responsible hospitals, per a new report from the nonprofit Lown Institute.
Why it matters: Though Cleveland Clinic remains the region's premier private health care system, Metro ranks far higher (No. 2 in Ohio) when measured by health equity, value, and patient outcomes.
By the numbers: Metro ranks 36th out of more than 2,700 hospital systems nationwide, earning "A" grades across the three main categories surveyed.
Only East Liverpool City Hospital ranks higher in Ohio.
Zoom in: It's No. 1 statewide in two categories: "community benefit" and "avoiding overuse."
The first metric measures a hospital's spending on financial assistance, Medicaid revenue and community programs.
The second measures its ability to avoid tests and procedures that offer little or no clinical benefit.
What they're saying: "No other hospital in America has a more dedicated and passionate staff of caregivers," said MetroHealth president and CEO Christine Alexander-Rager in a statement.
"This recognition is a direct result of their devotion to our community."
The other side: Cleveland Clinic, long pinged for its lack of community spending, ranks in the middle of the pack statewide and nationally across social responsibility metrics.
Yes, but: While the Clinic earns top marks for its value and outcomes, it still trails in equity rankings.
