Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus was named a Top Hospital nationally by The Leapfrog Group, which also includes achieving a Safety Grade A. The Leapfrog Top Hospital award is widely acknowledged as one of the most competitive awards American hospitals can receive. The Top Hospital designation is bestowed by The Leapfrog Group, a national organization of employers and other purchasers widely acknowledged as the toughest standard-setters for health care safety and quality.
Over 2,200 hospitals were considered for the award. Among those, Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus received a Top Hospital distinction. A total of 105 hospitals nationwide were selected as Top Hospitals.