IBM Watson Health published its 100 Top Hospitals annual study identifying top-performing hospitals in the U.S. based on organizational performance.
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Top-performing hospitals in the US achieved better risk-adjusted outcomes while maintaining both a lower average cost per beneficiary and higher profit margin than non-winning hospitals, IBM Watson Health 100 Top Hospitals study said.
“Best hospitals have proven that focus on quality, supported by constant measurement against peer performance benchmarks, can drive improved outcomes while reducing costs and growing profit margins,” said Jean Chenoweth, senior vice president, 100 Top Hospitals Programs, IBM Watson Health.