Recognized Among Nation’s Safest Hospitals with Third Consecutive ‘A’ Rating
NASHUA, NH (May 6, 2026) — St. Joseph Hospital has once again been recognized as one of the safest hospitals in the nation, earning an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group. This marks the third consecutive “A” grade for St. Joseph Hospital, placing it among just 87 hospitals nationwide to achieve this distinction.
What is The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade?
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is a leading, independent rating system that evaluates how well hospitals protect patients from preventable harm, including medical errors, injuries, infections, and accidents. Updated twice annually, the program assigns letter grades to approximately 3,000 hospitals across the country, using up to 32 evidence-based performance measures derived from national data sources.
How many local hospitals received an A rating?
St. Joseph Hospital is one of only three hospitals in New Hampshire to receive an “A” grade in the current reporting period, underscoring its ongoing commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.
“This recognition reflects the unwavering commitment of our entire team to providing safe, high-quality care to every patient we serve,” said John A. Jurczyk, FACHE, President of St. Joseph Hospital. “Earning an ‘A’ grade for the third time in a row is especially meaningful because it is based on rigorous, data-driven measures of how well we prevent harm and protect our patients. We are proud of this achievement and remain focused on continuously improving the care we provide for our community.
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is fully transparent and designed to give patients and families clear, accessible information to make informed decisions about their healthcare. The grading system emphasizes real-world outcomes and safety practices, encouraging hospitals to prioritize patient well-being and continuously strengthen their safety protocols.
For more information about St. Joseph Hospital and its commitment to patient safety, visit www.StJosephHospital.com.
About St. Joseph Hospital
St. Joseph Hospital, a member of Covenant Health, is a 208-bed acute care community hospital located in Nashua, New Hampshire. The main campus features the latest diagnostic and treatment technologies and is supported by a network of primary care providers and specialists focused on delivering personalized medicine. Our hospital is DNV-GL accredited and its extensive services include 24-hour emergency care and a certified stroke program, as well as a Cardiovascular Center, Breast Care Center, Cancer Center and Maternal Child Health Center. To learn more about us, please visit www.StJosephHospital.com.
About The Leapfrog Group
Founded in 2000 by large employers and other purchasers, The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization driving a movement for giant leaps for patient safety. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Leapfrog’s other main initiative, assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers protect themselves and their families from errors, injuries, accidents, and infections.