EAST LIVERPOOL — East Liverpool City Hospital a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation was awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for the 17th consecutive grading round by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. This designates East Liverpool City Hospital as a “Straight A” hospital, defined as hospitals that have an A for Spring 2026 and have sustained that grade for the last five or more grading rounds. This select group represents 13 percent of all eligible hospitals.

“It is extremely exciting for our hospital to achieve the “A” Hospital Safety Grade award for the seventeenth time in a row since 2018. This award shows the dedication, commitment, and hard work from our staff in delivering excellent patient care and focusing on our mission. I deeply appreciate all the hearts and hands that have made this level of care possible. It is a true testament to the compassion, skill, and teamwork that defines our hospital, and this achievement belongs to every staff member who makes high quality care their priority every day.” said Valerie Sharp, MSN, MBA, RN, Associate Chief Nursing Officer and Director of Performance Improvement and Risk Manager.

The Leapfrog Group assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to all general hospitals across the country using evidence-based measures of errors, accidents, injuries, and infections as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them.

“East Liverpool City Hospital deserves recognition for its unwavering focus on protecting patients and delivering safe care, earning an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade for seventeen consecutive cycles,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “Sustaining this level of excellence over time shows a true, organization-wide commitment to making patient safety a top priority every single day.”

The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the only hospital ratings program focused exclusively on preventable medical errors, injuries and infections that can lead to harm or even death. The grading system is peer-reviewed, fully transparent and free to the public. Grades are updated twice annually, in the fall and spring.

To see East Liverpool City Hospital full grade details and to find essential patient tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org. Connect with The Leapfrog Group on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram, and stay updated through The Leapfrog Group newsletter.