Other Resources
Other Sources of Comparative Information on Hospital Quality
There are several sources of information on the quality of hospitals and other health care providers. Feel free to visit some of these other sites to learn more about the options available to you.
Massachusetts Resources
MassachusettsExecutive Office of Health & Human Services
http://www.mass.gov/healthcareqc
This state agency publishes free data on the quality and costs of care delivered in hospitals across Massachusetts.
Massachusetts Group Insurance Commission
http://www.mass.gov/gic/
This state agency, which purchases health care services on behalf of state employees, offers free information on how well Massachusetts hospitals meet certain standards for safety and quality.
Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine Physician Profiles
http://www.massmedboard.org/consumer
This state agency is the physician licensing board which provides free information to consumers about the education, training, and experience of physicians licensed to practice medicine in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts Health Quality Partners
http://www.mhqp.org
This independent organization provides free information about physician quality to help consumers make informed decisions about their care.
Massachusetts Patient Care Link
http://www.PatientCareLink.org
This voluntary collaboration of Massachusetts hospitals and nursing leaders provides free information about nurse staffing and hospital performance meaures in Massachusetts hospitals.
National Resources
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
http://www.hospitalcompare.hhs.gov
This federal agency offers free access to standardized information on the quality of hospitals nationwide.
The Joint Commission (formerly Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations)
http://www.jointcommission.org/
This nonprofit organization, which is responsible for accrediting hospitals, provides free access to comparative information on the quality of hospitals across the country.
The Leapfrog Group for Patient Safety
http://www.leapfroggroup.org/
This nonprofit organization publishes free information on how well hospitals nationwide meet certain standards for patient safety and quality.
US News & World Report
http://www.usnews.com/usnews/health/best-hospitals/tophosp.htm
This weekly magazine offers an annual review and rating of the “best” hospitals across the country.
Last Updated: March 11, 2010
