Rancho Mirage, CA (July 26, 2024) Eisenhower Health is proud to announce its inclusion in the 2024 Cal Hospital Compare Opioid Care and Patient Safety Honor Roll. This prestigious recognition is awarded to hospitals that demonstrate exceptional commitment and performance in opioid stewardship and patient safety.
In the honor roll list, 100 hospitals met performance standards in opioid care, 72 hospitals met performance standards in patient safety, and 30 hospitals met performance standards for opioid stewardship and patient safety — Eisenhower Health being one of those 30 hospitals.
The Cal Hospital Compare Opioid Care and Patient Safety Honor Roll, an initiative of the California Health and Human Services Agency (CHHS), acknowledges hospitals that have made significant strides in implementing best practices for opioid prescribing, patient care, and safety. The honor roll aims to promote and recognize hospitals that are leading the way in addressing the opioid crisis through effective and innovative approaches.
“To be included in the 2024 Cal Hospital Compare Opioid Care and Patient Safety Honor Roll is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire team,” says Eric Leroux, MD, Chief Quality Officer, Eisenhower Health. “This recognition underscores our commitment to providing safe, effective, and compassionate care to our patients while addressing the critical public health issue of opioid misuse and addiction.”
For years, Eisenhower Health has worked diligently to develop comprehensive strategies to ensure the safe and effective use of opioids while prioritizing patient safety by adopting evidence-based practices that include:
- Enhanced Prescribing Protocols: Strict adherence to prescribing guidelines to minimize the risk of opioid misuse and addiction.
- Patient Education: Providing patients with thorough information about the risks and benefits of opioid therapy, as well as alternative pain management options.
- Integrated Pain Management Programs: Offering multidisciplinary approaches to pain management that reduce reliance on opioids.
- Monitoring and Follow-Up: Utilizing prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) and conducting regular follow-ups to ensure patient safety and adherence to treatment plans.
- Staff Training: Continuous education and training for healthcare providers on the latest opioid stewardship practices and patient safety measures.
About Eisenhower Health
Eisenhower Health is a not-for-profit, comprehensive health care institution that includes the 437-bed Eisenhower Hospital, the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center at Eisenhower and the Annenberg Center for Health Sciences at Eisenhower. Eisenhower is renowned for its Centers of Excellence in Orthopedics, Cardiovascular, Neuroscience and Oncology. Situated on 106 acres in Rancho Mirage, and with outpatient clinics across the valley, Eisenhower Health has provided a full range of quality medical and educational services for more than 50 years for residents and visitors to the greater Coachella Valley. Eisenhower has twice earned ANCC Magnet Recognition® for professionalism in nursing and excellence in patient care. The first accredited teaching hospital in the valley, Eisenhower trains physician residents in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine and offers fellowships in Sports Medicine, Addiction Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Pulmonary Disease and Infectious Disease. For more information, visit EisenhowerHealth.org or follow Eisenhower Health on social media.
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