Butler County Health named one of top 100 critical access hospitals in the US for 2024: A testament to community and quality care
Butler County Health has been recognized as one of the top 100 critical access hospitals nationwide for 2024 by the Chartis Center for Rural Health. According to Kristin Hartman, Director of Nurses at the hospital, having close ties to the community is vital for providing quality patient care. She emphasized that caring for friends, family, and neighbors in the community allows for a more personalized and specialized approach to healthcare.
Don Naiberk, CEO of Butler County Health, expressed pride in the hospital’s achievement. He highlighted the exceptional staff and providers who deliver outstanding care. The recognition was based on eight core metrics considered by Chartis Center for Rural Health, including inpatient and outpatient market share, quality, outcomes, patient perspective, cost, charge, and financial stability.
Butler County Health has also received recognition previously as one of the top 20 critical access hospitals in 2018. Kristin Hartman stated that this national recognition benefits both the hospital as an organization and individual staff members alike. She emphasized their hard work to ensure comprehensive care throughout a patient’s treatment journey from admission to discharge. Hartman expressed her gratitude for acknowledging their dedication to patient care.
Overall, this achievement highlights the importance of community connection and dedication to providing high-quality healthcare services.
