"I am pain-free, not taking any medicine. I’m so thankful and grateful."
— Shoandra "Sho" Fagg, Double Hip Replacement Patient
Top Quality Treatment
The Center of Excellence designation was awarded to Lexington Medical Center after a rigorous on-site review of hospital processes and quality outcomes.
Det Norske Veritas (DNV) is the leading accreditor of U.S. hospitals integrating ISO 9001 quality compliance with the Medicare Conditions of Participation. DNV's Orthopaedic Center of Excellence designation affirms an organization’s excellence in the provision of diagnostic services, surgical services and therapies related to orthopaedic care.
Qualifications
Organizations are evaluated based on guidelines, recommendations and practices set by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, including:
- Low complication rates
- Low infection rate
- High patient satisfaction scores
- Meeting safety standards
- Following best practices for cleanliness
Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement
Lexington Medical Center is proud to be a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. It shows how the hospital has demonstrated a commitment to excellence when it comes to delivering quality care, treatment expertise and patient results in knee and hip replacement.
Advanced, Patient-Centered Care
Lexington Medical Center’s Orthopaedic Program focuses on education to ensure patient safety and a prompt recovery. Our Total Joint Navigators guide patients through their entire continuum of care.
