Colleton Medical Center and Dr. Larry Conley, Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon with Edisto Orthopedic and Sports Medicine are proud to be recognized by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina with a Blue Distinction® Center (BDC) for Knee and Hip Replacement designation.
This program identifies hospitals 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 (BCBSA) partnership with the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS).
“This designation is a testament to the rigorous standards met by Dr. Conley and our surgical services team,” said Libbi Myers, VP of Quality at Colleton Medical Center. “Patients treated by Dr. Conley and our Blue Distinction® team benefit from the expertise and advanced practices that lead to improved recovery times and reduced complications making a significant difference in their overall health journey.”
Blue Distinction® Centers for Knee and Hip Replacement help individuals identify the best place to go for quality care, while also encouraging health care professionals to improve the overall delivery of care nationwide.
Among other criteria, to receive a designation, facilities must:
- Have full accreditation from at least one national accrediting organization
- Have low complication and unplanned readmission rates within 90 days after elective primary total knee and hip replacements
- Have enhanced recovery after surgery processes and procedures in place for quality perioperative care
By meeting these stringent criteria, Colleton Medical Center not only highlights its commitment to high quality health care but also commits to remaining at the forefront of advancements in knee and hip replacements.
To further improve patient outcomes and inform treatment strategies, BCBSA utilized the AAOS and American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR) for more evidence-based performance measures and patient reported outcome measures.
