MOBILE, Alabama — USA Health Providence Hospital has been named High Performing in Back Surgery (Spinal Fusion) by U.S. News & World Report, placing it among the top-performing hospitals in the nation for this complex and critical procedure.
In an evaluation of more than 4,500 hospitals, only 500 received a “High Performing” rating. This designation is awarded to hospitals with significantly better patient outcomes, including lower complication rates, fewer readmissions, and successful recovery at home.
“Spine surgery is a very complex process, that starts with pre-surgical patient optimization, precise surgical care, followed by carefully planned post-operative care pathways and follow-up,” said Rick Metzger, MMHC, BSN, CEO of USA Health Providence Hospital. “This recognition demonstrates the promise USA Health makes to our community each and every day—to help patients live longer, better lives.”…