Published on August 21, 2023
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Three Things to Know
- Phelps Health has been named a Great Community Hospital by Becker's Hospital Review.
- Phelps Health was one of 153 hospitals included on the list, and one of three hospitals recognized from Missouri.
- The hospitals named on this list are leaders who show above-and-beyond commitment to their communities.
Phelps Health has been included on the Becker's Hospital Review 2023 list of Great Community Hospitals. A total of 153 hospitals across the United States were named to the list, and Phelps Health was one of three hospitals recognized from Missouri.
Hospitals on Becker’s list are known for clinical excellence, compassionate care, economic impact on their communities and more. Many of these hospitals have been honored by top ranking and award agencies for their stellar patient outcomes and their performance in specialty care services.
The hospitals named on this list are leaders who show above-and-beyond commitment to their communities. Their expertise helps expand care access to patients who would otherwise face barriers such as cost or distance. This list celebrates these hospitals' dedication to optimizing healthcare.
“It’s such an honor to be included on Becker’s list of Great Community Hospitals,” said Phelps Health President and CEO Jason Shenefield. “To be recognized for the strong partnerships and collaborative efforts to improve the quality of care we offer to the communities we serve is truly appreciated.”
The Becker's Hospital Review editorial team selected hospitals for inclusion based on analysis of ranking and award agencies, including U.S. News & World Report's 2022-23 rankings, Healthgrades, CMS star ratings, The Leapfrog Group safety grades and The Chartis Center for Rural Health. Becker's also accepted nominations for this list.
The full list features individual profiles of all hospitals on the list, and can be read online at www.beckershospitalreview.com/lists/153-great-community-hospitals-2023.html. Organizations cannot pay for inclusion on this list. Hospital names are presented in alphabetical order.
About Phelps Health
Phelps Health serves over 200,000 residents in south-central Missouri. Phelps Health is county-owned, non-tax supported and is overseen by a five-member elected board. Phelps Health employs more than 1,900 people, including 100-plus providers. Phelps Health, which includes a hospital licensed for 240 patient beds, serves a six-county area, with its main campus and several clinics located in Rolla, Missouri. Phelps Health also has clinics in Salem, St. James, Vienna and Waynesville, Missouri.
About Becker's Healthcare
Becker's Healthcare is the go-to source for healthcare decision-makers and one of the fastest growing media platforms in the industry. Through print, digital and live event platforms, Becker's Healthcare equips healthcare leaders with information and forums they need to learn, exchange ideas and further conversations about the most critical issues in American healthcare today.
