TMH Earns Third "B" in a Row in Leapfrog Hospital Safety Ratings
May 5, 2026Categories: Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Tuesday, May 6, 2026) – Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) has earned a “B” grade in the Spring 2026 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for the third rating period in a row, demonstrating a sustained commitment to patient safety and reinforcing the organization’s commitment to providing the highest level of care to patients throughout the region.
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is a national independent rating system focused on 22 evidence-based measures of hospital safety, including infection prevention, error reduction, medication safety, patient experience and staffing. TMH’s grade reflects a successful standard the organization has maintained through a strategic focus on quality, safety and patient satisfaction.
“Earning a ‘B’ grade for the third consecutive rating period affirms that our approach to safety and quality is working,” said Ryan Smith, Chief Operating Officer and President of Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. “This recognition aligns with what we are seeing across our organization – stronger processes, greater accountability and a continued focus on doing what’s right for our patients every single day. I couldn't be more proud of our colleagues and the progress we’re making together.”
“We’ve built a foundation around standardization and continuous improvement, and this grade reflects the consistency and discipline our teams bring to patient safety every day,” said Jana Iezzi-Tumblin, Vice President and Chief Improvement & Analytics Officer for TMH.
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare has received several accreditations and certifications for patient safety since 2025, including:
- Modern Healthcare’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals Powered by Premier
- Center on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) designation
- Comprehensive Care Pulmonary Embolism Center of Excellence
- Prestigious HeartCARE Center Designation
- Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification
- Reaccreditation as a Center of Excellence in Hernia Surgery
- Recognition for Safety & Quality in Cardiovascular Care
- Gold Cribs for Kids National Safe Sleep Hospital
- Silver Milestone Recognition by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission Echocardiography for 25 consecutive years of accreditation