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Prime Healthcare Hospitals Recognized Among the Nation’s Safest for 2026 We’re proud to share that 16 Prime Healthcare hospitals have earned the 2026 Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award™, placing them among the top-performing hospitals nationwide for patient safety. This recognition highlights our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional, high-quality care: - 10 hospitals ranked in the Top 5% in the nation - 6 hospitals ranked in the Top 10% - Prime Healthcare had more hospitals receive the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award™ in California over the past two years (2025–2026) than any other health system. Notably, La Palma Intercommunity Hospital and Sherman Oaks Hospital have achieved this honor for the 13th consecutive year, demonstrating sustained excellence. In addition, our hospitals received 150+ clinical excellence recognitions in 2026, including America’s 100 Best by Specialty™ and Five-Star Awards™. At Prime Healthcare, patient safety is more than a metric—it’s the foundation of who we are. Our physician-led teams are committed to evidence-based practices that drive better outcomes and significantly reduce preventable complications. This achievement reflects the dedication of our physicians, nurses, and care teams, who make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives every day. Recognized Hospitals Nationwide: California, Illinois, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas Read more atwww.primehealthcare.com/news/
Prime Healthcare Marks One Year in Illinois One year after entering the Illinois market, Prime Healthcare has invested $104 million to strengthen eight hospitals - modernizing technology, expanding services, and advancing quality and health equity - while saving more than 13,000 healthcare jobs and creating 1,000+ new roles statewide. These investments have driven meaningful impact, including expanded behavioral health services, enhanced clinical capabilities, and systemwide recognition from U.S. News & World Report, Healthgrades, Forbes, Newsweek, and the Lown Institute, with multiple hospitals earning top rankings for health equity, patient safety, and workplace excellence. As Prime moves into its second year in Illinois, the focus remains on supporting caregivers, expanding access to care, and strengthening hospitals as essential community resources. Read more at www.primehealthcare.com/news/
What does it take to lead with purpose during times of change? In a featured episode of the Becker’s Healthcare Podcast, Dr. Sunny Bhatia, President and Chief Medical Officer of Prime Healthcare, joins Editor-in-Chief Alan Condon to discuss Prime Healthcare’s landmark acquisition of eight hospitals and multiple care sites in Illinois - the largest expansion yet. Dr. Bhatia shares how this bold step is advancing our mission to strengthen healthcare access and quality across communities, while preserving jobs, enhancing technology, and reinforcing a values-driven approach to care. From stabilizing operations to creating over 1,000 jobs, this meaningful conversation explores how physician-led leadership drives lasting impact for the patients we serve. 🎧 Listen to the full podcast now at www.primehealthcare.com.
Prime Healthcare's Education Network has been recognized by Becker's Hospital Review as one of the leading simulation and education programs. At Prime Healthcare, our commitment to quality patient care goes hand-in-hand with a culture of continuous learning and professional growth for our healthcare professionals. Since its launch in 2023, PrimE-Academy has provided staff with access to live critical care courses, well-being workshops, and multidisciplinary events. These programs promote idea sharing and offer essential training in de-escalation and crisis intervention. "Education at Prime is not just about clinical skills - it's about building a culture of compassion, resilience, and teamwork. We know that when we support our staff, we're ultimately ensuring the best possible care for our patients — and that's the heart of our mission," says Prime Healthcare's Corporate Director of Education, Grace Carcich. By investing in its people, Prime Healthcare is making a lasting impact—not only on the lives of its dedicated staff, but also on the patients and communities we are proud to serve.
Prime Healthcare has been recognized as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for 2024 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recognized the America’s Greatest Workplaces in the United States, by conducting a large-scale employer study based on over 1.5 million comprehensive company reviews from over 250,000 employees. Prime Healthcare recognizes the importance of diversity in its workforce and is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants and employees by creating an environment where everyone, with their diverse backgrounds and identities, can feel valued, included, and inspired.
An exciting update! Eight Prime Hospitals have been recognized on the “100 Great Community Hospitals” list published by Becker’s Hospital Review. The below Prime Healthcare hospitals were highlighted for their clinical and academic excellence, personalized and holistic care, and overall improved health to their communities. Inclusion on this list was based on data from U.S. News & World Report, Healthgrades, CMS, The Leapfrog Group, the National Rural Health Association and The Chartis Center for Rural Health. We wish an especially heartfelt congratulations to our staff and physicians at: Centinela Hospital Medical Center in Inglewood, CA; East Liverpool City Hospital in East Liverpool, OH; Encino Hospital Medical Center in Encino, CA; Mission Regional Medical Center in Mission, TX; Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Reno, NV; Sherman Oaks Hospital in Sherman Oaks, CA; St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO; and St. Mary’s Medical Center in Blue Springs, MO. Prime Healthcare is committed to delivering compassionate, quality care to patients and better healthcare to communities. We are proud of the eight member hospitals who received recognition and are thankful to the dedicated team of healthcare professionals who made this possible.
Twenty-two Prime Healthcare hospitals in 11 states were awarded an "A"Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2023. This national distinction recognizes Prime's hospitals as among the top in the nation in protecting patients from preventable harm and errors. Numerous Prime hospitals have received "As" from The Leapfrog Group over multiple consecutive periods.
We are so proud of the story that began our mission, the Prime Healthcare Foundation, California University of Science and Medicine, and the work of Dr. Prem Reddy and Dr. Kavitha Bhatia to provide others with an opportunity to improve lives and “pay it forward.” Forbes features this incredible story here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/christopherrim/2023/03/28/dr-kavitha-bhatia-knows-the-value-of-education-now-shes-paying-it-forward/?sh=6216fb956c2f #Forbes #PayItForward #Education #CUSM #PrimeHealthcareFoundation #DrKavithaBhatia #DrPremReddy #Inspiration #Leadership #PHF #HigherEd #MedicalEducation #GivingBack #InPrimeHealth
Eighty-six percent of Prime’s hospitals exceed the national average for patient safety, according to The Leapfrog Group Group. This national distinction recognizes Prime's hospitals as among the top in the nation in protecting patients from preventable harm and errors. Numerous Prime hospitals have received "A" ratings from The Leapfrog Group over multiple consecutive periods.
As a company steeped in our values of quality, compassion, community, and physician-led leadership, Prime Healthcare has always held ourselves to exceptionally high standards. Through our work in quality, value-based care, we are accountable for building a healthier and more equitable future for those we employ and serve. Please enjoy Prime Healthcare’s 2022 environmental, social, and governance report that shares our ongoing work to strengthen communities.
