One of the keys to the success of any worthwhile endeavor we choose to undertake is our ability to measure our progress in achieving the objectives we have set for ourselves. Without this critical feedback, we cannot accurately judge whether our efforts are truly effective or not.

I'd like to tell you about the initiatives we have implemented to improve quality of care and patient safety at Sierra Providence Health Network. On this web site you will see information on some of the programs and processes we have put in place to help us achieve our quality goals, and highlights some of the individuals who play a key role in these important efforts.

Within the the CMS core measures reported by the federal government:

• Sierra Medical Center achieved an aggregate score of 97.1%
• Sierra Providence East achieved an aggregate score of 98.3%
• Providence Memorial Hospital achieved an aggregate score of 97.5%

Each are well above the national average of 96.1% . I am very proud of our performance and extremely appreciative of the dedicated staff and physicians whose hard work are behind this great score. The information contained in this document offers tangible evidence of the progress we are making toward accomplishing our No. 1 objective: ensuring that we consistently provide safe and effective care for every patient who seeks treatment at our hospital.

At Sierra Providence Health Network, we are committed to providing each and every patient with quality care.