Top 350 in the Nation for Cleanliness

Wood County Hospital is proud to announce the achievement of a perfect 5-star rating for cleanliness from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This prestigious recognition underscores our hospital's unwavering commitment to maintaining a safe, hygienic and welcoming environment for all patients and visitors.

The CMS 5-star rating is part of the agency's Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey, which evaluates various aspects of patient care and hospital performance. Cleanliness is critical to this assessment, reflecting the hospital's dedication to infection control and overall patient experience.

Wood County Hospital underwent rigorous evaluation by CMS surveyors to earn this distinction. The assessment thoroughly examined the hospital's sanitary conditions, storage practices, infection control measures, and overall commitment to maintaining a clean and secure facility. This highest possible rating demonstrates Wood County Hospital's excellence in these crucial areas.

This achievement is particularly noteworthy as Wood County Hospital joins an elite group of healthcare facilities nationwide. According to Becker's Hospital Review, which compiled a list of hospitals with CMS 5-star ratings for cleanliness, Wood County Hospital is among only 350 hospitals across the United States to receive this top rating.

The announcement coincided with National Healthcare Environmental Services Week, providing an opportunity to celebrate the hospital's Environmental Services team. Their tireless efforts and dedication play a crucial role in maintaining the hospital's impeccable cleanliness and safety standards throughout the year.

This achievement adds to Wood County Hospital's growing list of accolades. The hospital has consistently demonstrated its commitment to quality care, as evidenced by its accreditations and recognitions from various healthcare quality organizations.

As Wood County Hospital celebrates this significant achievement, we remain committed to continuous improvement and maintaining its high cleanliness and patient care standards. WCH views this 5-star rating not as an endpoint but as a benchmark for ongoing excellence in healthcare delivery.

The hospital extends its gratitude to all staff members whose collective efforts have made this achievement possible. Their dedication to creating a clean, safe, and healing environment continues to make Wood County Hospital a leader in healthcare quality in Northwest Ohio and beyond.