Lee Health, a prominent healthcare provider, has recently been ranked fourth in the United States for its social responsibility by the Lown Institute. This ranking places the system among the top 10% of hospitals in the country. Additionally, all acute care hospitals within the Lee Health network received top grades in various metrics, highlighting their commitment to providing high-quality care and promoting health equity.
Lee Health’s exceptional performance in this year’s Lown Index marks the second consecutive year that it has ranked in the top five nationally for its dedication to social responsibility and health equity. Specifically, Lee Memorial Hospital, which includes HealthPark Medical Center, achieved the top spot in Florida for social responsibility and was among the top five in the state for value of care and avoiding overuse of services.
The Lown Hospitals Index for Social Responsibility is a comprehensive ranking system that evaluates over 2,700 acute care and 800 critical access hospitals in the United States based on measures of health equity, value of care, and patient outcomes. This unique index considers factors such as community benefit, racial inclusivity, and the avoidance of unnecessary procedures to assess a hospital’s overall social responsibility.
Lee Health’s commitment to providing equitable care and promoting value-based services is evident through its exceptional performance in this year’s Lown Index. The institute recognized Lee Memorial Hospital, HealthPark Medical Center, Cape Coral Hospital, and Gulf Coast Medical Center with top grades in various categories
