Why it matters: The Leapfrog Group’s 2025 Hospital Safety Grades recognized Intermountain Health as one of the safest health systems in the country, with 14 hospitals earning an “A” grade and 6 earning a “B.”
The big picture: Leapfrog measures what matters most: rates of medical errors, infections, and preventable harm. This level of performance doesn’t happen by accident.
What they’re saying: “The Leapfrog recognition is really just a testament to the work our caregivers do each and every day to keep our patients safe,” said Dr. Cara Camiolo, Chief Quality & Safety Officer at Intermountain Health.
How they do it: Daily safety huddles are the backbone of Intermountain’s safety culture.
- Every unit, every day: teams gather to identify concerns, remove barriers, and speak up for patients
- Issues are escalated quickly through leadership so problems are addressed in real time
- “We’re having hundreds of safety huddles every day across our organization,” Dr. Camiolo said
The bottom line: Safety isn’t a score. It’s a daily discipline and a shared responsibility across every team.