MENDOTA - Becker’s Hospital Review, a respected national health care industry publication, has named OSF HealthCare Saint Paul Medical Center among its list of 67 Critical Access Hospitals to Know in 2019.

Critical access hospitals are in rural areas but offer 24/7 emergency care and have 25 or fewer inpatient beds. There are 1,349 CAHs located throughout the United States.

“It is a true tribute to the dedication, compassion and love each Mission Partner gives every day to our patients, visitors and to each other,” said Dawn Trompeter, president of OSF HealthCare Saint Paul Medical Center. “It takes each and every person on our team working together to reach the successes we have seen at OSF Saint Paul Medical Center!”

Many hospitals featured on this list have been recognized for clinical quality and excellence in care delivery. Several have also earned the Hospital & Health Networks HealthCare’s Most Wired award. Becker’s announcement stated, “These hospitals have truly become pillars of their communities, providing access to healthcare for a broad population.”

Becker’s Healthcare editors selected the hospitals based on awards and rankings from respected organizations including iVantage Health Analytics, The Chartis Center for Rural Health, the National Rural Health Association, CareChex, Healthgrades and Medicare star ratings. The team also considered the hospital’s community impact and reputation for innovation.

For a list of 67 Critical Access Hospitals to Know in 2019, visit https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/67-critical-access-hospitals-to-know-2019.html.