Loring Hospital in Sac City has received even more recognition, joining only 13 other critical access hospitals in Iowa in being named to the Top 100 critical access hospitals in the United States for the second consecutive year. “This achievement is very gratifying and validates our daily commitment to providing the best healthcare possible to our community, while maintaining an efficient and effective facility,” says Public Relations Director, Nancy Houska. Loring scored in the top 100 of Critical Access Hospitals on iVantage Health Analytics’ Hospital Strength INDEX. This is the most comprehensive and objective assessment tool in the industry of rural provider performance and its results are the basis for many of rural healthcare’s most prominent awards, advocacy efforts and legislative initiatives. The hospitals are measured across eight pillars of strength: Inpatient Share Ranking, Outpatient Share Ranking, Cost, Charge, Quality, Outcomes, Patient Perspective and Financial Stability.
