More than ever before, Americans are seeking information to help them make sound decisions about their health care.

Core Measures is a national measurement tool set up by The Joint Commission and Medicare for hospitals across the nation.  This information is provided on various internet web sites for public review. You can access quarterly measures for St. Francis below:

Core Measures

This information provides clear, objective data for you to compare St. Francis Medical Center & St. Francis North Hospital to national outcomes. It also provides you with hospital specific information about clinical performance in the care of patients with four major conditions.  These include:

• Acute Myocardial Infarction (heart attack)  
• Heart Failure  
• Pneumonia
• Surgical Care Improvement Project (SCIP) 

By providing you with this information, we hope to help you make informed decisions about you and your family’s healthcare and the best place to go for treatment.  We are striving everyday to provide the best possible healthcare to our patients and our community.