Terrebonne General center receives recognition

Terrebonne General Health System, in partnership with Gulf Coast Orthopedics, has been recognized by Louisiana Blue with a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement.
This program identifies hospitals and ambulatory care centers that demonstrate expertise in patient safety and deliver better health outcomes. Quality assessments are based on objective measures developed from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s partnership with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
This designation is a testament to the rigorous standards met by Terrebonne General and Gulf Coast, the health system said in a press released.
Designated knee and hip replacement facilities deliver high-quality care, with an average of 21% fewer readmissions and 21% fewer complications within 90 days after knee and hip replacement surgery.
“Being recognized nationally is a incredible honor. It reflects the unwavering commitment of our entire team to delivering compassionate, high-quality care that delivers innovation in patient outcomes,” said Phyllis Peoples, president and CEO.
“It is a tremendous honor to be recognized as a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement,” said Dr. Henry L. Haydel II, orthopedic surgeon at Gulf Coast Orthopedics. “This achievement represents the collective dedication of our entire orthopedic and rehabilitation teams, who work tirelessly to ensure that every patient receives the highest standard of care.
“Our focus has always been on helping individuals regain their mobility and return to the activities they love, and this designation reaffirms that commitment. We are proud to provide the people of our community with nationally recognized, high-quality care right here at home.”
Terrebonne General met the criteria to receive this designation, which include:
--Having full accreditation from at least one national accrediting organization as either a hospital or ambulatory surgery center
--Having low complication, mortality, and unplanned readmission rates within 90 days after elective primary total knee and hip replacements
--Having enhanced recovery after surgery processes and procedures in place for quality perioperative care
--Participating in Louisiana Blue’s BlueCard preferred provider organization network
Since 2005, the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program has helped patients find quality specialty care at lower costs in the areas of bariatric surgery, cancer care, cardiac care, cellular immunotherapy, fertility care, knee and hip replacement, maternity care, spine surgery, substance use treatment and recovery.