Healthgrades Ranks Saint Joseph Hospital, Saint Joseph East Among Top 3 in Kentucky for Gastrointestinal and Pulmonary Care

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 23, 2024) – Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East have been recognized among the top 3 in Kentucky for several key specialties, according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading resource consumers use to find a hospital or doctor. Saint Joseph Hospital is ranked #2 for pulmonary care, while Saint Joseph East ranks #2 for gastrointestinal surgery and #3 for gastrointestinal care.

These rankings reflect Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East’s commitment to providing the best care possible and distinguish the organization as one of Kentucky’s leading hospitals for specialty care.

“Our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure that our patients receive the best possible care, and we are honored to have this high ranking from Healthgrades,” said Anthony Houston, Ed.D., FACHE, market president, CHI Saint Joseph Health. “This recognition is a testament to our dedication to excellence and the well-being of our community."

Healthgrades evaluates hospitals solely on what matters most – patient outcomes – to determine the top-performing hospitals for specialty care in each of the 32 states assessed. Healthgrades’ 2024 analysis revealed that patients who seek care at a hospital with rankings in their condition or procedure have a better chance of a good outcome than if they were treated at a facility that is not among the top 3 in Kentucky. This widening performance gap highlights the importance of selecting a top-rated program.

“Healthgrades is proud to recognize Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East among the top 3 in Kentucky for pulmonary and gastrointestinal care,” said Brad Bowman, MD, Chief Medical Officer and Head of Data Science at Healthgrades. “Hospitals with a #3 ranking in their state deliver consistently superior outcomes for the patients in their community. Consumers should feel confident knowing that they have access to top-ranked care for pulmonary and gastrointestinal conditions at these two facilities.” 

Consumers can visit Healthgrades.com to learn more about how Healthgrades measures hospital quality.

*Statistics are based on Healthgrades analysis of MedPAR data for years 2020 through 2022 and represent three-year estimates for Medicare patients only. For more information, see the complete 2024 Specialty State Rankings Methodology.

About CHI Saint Joseph Health

CHI Saint Joseph Health, part of CommonSpirit Health, is one of the largest and most comprehensive health systems in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with 100 locations in 20 counties, including hospitals, physician groups, clinics, primary care centers, specialty institutes, home health agencies and an ambulatory Care Center. The hospitals in CHI Saint Joseph Health are Flaget Memorial Hospital, Saint Joseph Berea, Saint Joseph East, Saint Joseph Hospital, Saint Joseph Jessamine, Saint Joseph London, Saint Joseph Mount Sterling, and Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East. In total, the health system serves patients in 35 counties statewide. CHI Saint Joseph Health is dedicated to providing a wide array of services toward a goal of building a healthier future for all. CHI Saint Joseph Health embodies a strong mission and faith-based heritage and works through local partnerships to expand access to care in the communities it serves.

About Saint Joseph Hospital

Saint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed hospital located in Lexington, Kentucky. Established in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Kentucky, the facility serves residents of central and eastern Kentucky and is a nationally recognized tertiary medical center. Saint Joseph Hospital is Lexington’s first hospital. The hospital’s original mission was to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved – a tradition still carried out today.

About Saint Joseph East

Saint Joseph East is a 217-bed full-service community hospital located in the southeastern section of Lexington, Kentucky. Established in 1983, the facility serves residents of central and eastern Kentucky. At Saint Joseph East, ambulatory surgery, 24-hour emergency care and women’s health services are supported through a vast array of inpatient and outpatient programs.

About Healthgrades

Healthgrades is dedicated to empowering stronger and more meaningful connections between patients and their healthcare providers. As the #1 platform for finding a doctor and a leader in healthcare transparency, we help millions of consumers each month find and schedule appointments with their healthcare professional of choice and prepare for their appointments with best-in-class, treatment-focused content.

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