NRMC Earns National Recognition for Patient Safety

For the second consecutive period, Natchitoches Regional Medical Center earned an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Following its Fall 2024 "A" recognition, NRMC has achieved the exemplary status for Spring 2025. Leapfrog assigns an "A", "B", "C", "D" of "F" grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries and infections, the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them as well as patient satisfaction.

"Inspiring excellence every day is our mission at NRMC, and we are committed to do all that we can to achieve high quality outcomes in patient care," stated Kirk Soileau, NRMC CEO. "Receiving an "A" safety score from the Leapfrog Group for a second consecutive term is a testament of our commitment to safety and our journey to zero patient harm. From having the latest technology in place to the innovative services we provide, we are constantly focused on delivering effective and efficient care. I commend our entire team of Associates for achieving excellence in quality patient care and safety."

"Achieving an 'A' Hospital Safety Grade reflects enormous dedication to patient safety," said Leah Binder, president and CEO of the Leapfrog Group. "I extend my congratulations to Natchitoches Regional Medical Center, its leadership, clinicians, staff, and volunteers for creating a culture where patients come first."

The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade stands as the only hospital ratings program focused solely on preventable medical errors, infections and injuries that kill more than 500 patients a day in the United States. This program is peer-reviewed, fully transparent and free to the public. Grades are updates twice annually, in the fall and spring. 

"Protecting patients and keeping them safe is our number one priority," stated Sarah LaCour, NRMC Chief Nursing Officer. "We set high standards of patient care and are continually monitoring our safety measure processes and procedures to ensure our patients are safe. Earning this national distinction as an "A" rated hospital reflects the unwavering dedication, compassion and expertise of our entire team and I am proud of their continued commitment to providing our patients and our community with exceptional care."

To explore Natchitoches Regional Medical Center's full grade details and to find valuable tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org. Connect with The Leapfrog Group on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram and stay informed through The Leapfrog Group newsletter. Founded in 2000 by large employers and other purchasers, The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization driving a movement for giant leaps for patient safety. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Leapfrog's other main initiative, assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers protect themselves and their families from errors, injuries, accidents and infections. 

About the Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
One of the largest rural health systems in Louisiana, Natchitoches Regional Medical Center provides access to cate for more than 100,000 patients in the 5-parish region. The 216-bed healthcare system has over 1,000 Associates and more than 100 active and consulting physicians on its medical staff. The system is comprised of the 96-bed acute care facility and is home to Natchitoches Regional Medical Center EMS services and training center; NRMC Cancer Center with medical oncology, hematology, and radiation oncology; a nationally acclaimed award-winning Wound Center; NSU Student Health Services; Breast Center; Behavioral Health Services in partnership with Compass Health; Ambulatory Treatment Center; the Courtyard of Natchitoches, a skilled nursing home; Pain Institute; retail pharmacy; Regional Cardiology Clinic; Sleep Center, Walk-in and Primary Care clinic; North Natchitoches Medical Clinic; General Surgery Associates clinic; OB/GYN Associates clinic; and NRMC Imaging Center. The NRMC Foundation helps support the hospital's mission through its generous donors and signature events including the annual gala, golf tournament, TappedTober, and Steel Magnolia Run.