Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health

03/01/2023 | Van Diest Medical Center has been recognized as a 2023 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital. Compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, this annual recognition program honors outstanding performance among the nation’s rural hospitals based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX™.

“Across the nation, top 100 rural providers continue to serve as a source of inspiration for hospital leadership teams and staff working diligently every day to improve the delivery of care within their local communities,” said Michael Topchik, National Leader, the Chartis Center for Rural Health. “The list of award winners in each category is as geographically diverse as we’ve seen in some time, which is wonderful to see. We’re thrilled to be able to honor the outstanding efforts of these top performing rural hospitals.”

Now in its 13th year, the INDEX has established itself as the industry’s most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural hospital performance. Leveraging publicly available data, the INDEX is trusted by rural hospitals, health systems with rural affiliates, hospital associations and state offices of rural health across the country to measure and monitor performance across a variety of areas impacting hospital operations and finance.

Performance Leadership Award

Van Diest Medical Center Receives Performance Leadership Award for Outcomes from Chartis Center for Rural Health

11/17/2022 | As part of the National Rural Health Day celebration, Van Diest Medical Center announced today it has been recognized with a 2022 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Outcomes. Compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, the Performance Leadership Awards honor top quartile performance (e.g., 75th percentile or above) among rural hospitals in Quality, Outcomes and Patient Perspective.

“To be recognized as a 2022 Performance Leader for excellence in outcomes in the top 75% amongst our peers is an outstanding recognition for Van Diest Medical Center,” shared Lisa Ridge, Chief Executive Officer. “National Rural Health Day showcases the efforts of rural healthcare providers and caregivers, who share a collective community-minded and determined spirit to care for residents who proudly choose rural communities to call home. It is a perfect time to be recognized for our outstanding performance.”     

The Performance Leadership Awards are based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX™, the industry’s most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural hospital performance. INDEX data is trusted and relied upon by rural hospitals, health systems with rural footprints, hospital associations and state offices of rural health across the country to measure and monitor performance across several areas impacting hospital operations and finance.

“Although the last two years have placed unprecedented pressure on the rural health safety net, the dedication to serving the community that we’re so accustomed to seeing from rural hospitals across the country hasn’t wavered,” said Michael Topchik, National Leader, The Chartis Center for Rural Health. “Let us celebrate the power of rural on National Rural Health Day (November 17, 2022) and honor the facilities working tirelessly to provide access to high quality healthcare services to their communities.”

Digital Health Most Wired Achievement

12/22/2022 | We are very proud to announce that Van Diest Medical Center achieved a Level 7 in the Acute and Ambulatory categories for the 2022 Digital Health Most Wired Survey!

Among the more than 38,000 organizations surveyed by The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME), we ranked above our peers in categories such as analytics and data management, population health, infrastructure, and patient engagement. The survey assesses the adoption, integration and impact of technologies in health care organizations at all stages of development, from early development to industry leading.

Organizations in Levels 7 and 8 meet the criteria for being designated as Most Wired. These organizations have deployed technologies and strategies to help them analyze their data and achieve meaningful clinical and efficiency outcomes.  

The Digital Health Most Wired survey and recognition program serves as a comprehensive “Digital Health Check-up” for healthcare organizations across the world.  As success in digital health increasingly determines the quality of patient care, the scope of the CHIME Digital Health Most Wired survey reflects the progress of leading healthcare providers as they reinvent healthcare for a new century.

Our Oracle Cerner partners shared the following quote with us, “This award and certification showcases your organization as a top performer in the industry and is especially impressive given the ever-changing landscape of healthcare.”

Congratulations to our Information Systems team and the contributions of everyone in helping Van Diest Medical Center achieve this outstanding recognition!

HFMA's MAP Award for High Performance in Revenue Cycle

11/16/2022 | Van Diest Medical Center (VDMC) has been named as a recipient of the 2021 MAP Award for High Performance in Revenue Cycle, sponsored by the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA).  As a national award winner (one of four Critical Access Hospitals nationwide to receive this year’s award), we have met industry-standard revenue cycle benchmarks, implemented the patient-centered recommendations and best practices embodied in HFMA’s Healthcare Dollars & Sense® initiatives, and achieved outstanding patient satisfaction. 

Created by and for healthcare leaders, HFMA’s MAP initiative sets the standard for revenue cycle excellence in the healthcare industry.  MAP is a comprehensive strategy that allows organizations to measure revenue cycle performance using the industry-standard MAP Keys; apply evidence-based strategies for improvement, and perform to the highest standards to improve financial results and patient satisfaction.

CONGRATULATIONS to the VDMC Revenue Cycle Team for their hard work and dedication, reflected by our hospital receiving this amazing award!  This is a reflection of the entire organization and the collective efforts of all departments, therefore we thank everyone for doing their part to help us achieve this national recognition.