Oregon Orthopedic Awards

 

Blue Distinction Awards

Blue Cross Blue Shield recognizes facilities with the Blue Distinction award for the safe, effective care they provide to their patients.

Blue Distinction Centers for Knee and Hip Replacement have demonstrated expertise in total knee and total hip replacement surgeries. These Centers have lower complication rates and fewer hospital readmissions. 

Designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement (2023)

Hospitals:

  • Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
  • Providence Portland Medical Center
  • Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center

Blue Distinction+ Awards

Blue Distinction Centers+ are recognized for providing more affordable care in addition to quality care, treatment expertise and better overall patient results.

Designated as a Blue Distinction Center+ for Knee and Hip Replacement (2023)

Hospitals:

  • Providence Medford Medical Center

The Joint Commission Certification

The Joint Commission is the nation's oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care. To earn and maintain The Gold Seal of Approval® from The Joint Commission, an organization undergoes an on-site survey by a Joint Commission survey team at least every three years.

Disease Specific Certification for Hip and Knee Replacement (2023)

Hospitals

  • Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
  • Providence Portland Medical Center
  • Providence Medford Medical Center
The Joint Commission seal