Northwest Health – Porter announced today that it has been designated an Aetna Institute of Quality® orthopedic facility for total joint replacement surgery.
The hospital earned the Institute of Quality status by consistently delivering safe, effective care. Aetna makes information about the quality and cost of that care available to its members. This helps them identify hospitals that meet their health care needs.
“The medical staff and employees at Northwest Health – Porter are dedicated to delivering the best possible care and surgical outcomes for their patients,” said James Leonard, D.O., chief executive officer for the hospital. “We know the high standards Aetna uses to evaluate hospitals and we appreciate that they named our hospital an Institute of Quality®.”
Northwest Health – Porter’s orthopedic staff and the surgeons from Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute care for a full range of orthopedic conditions including arthritis and joint disease, back and neck pain, sports injuries, repetitive stress injuries, congenital deformities and conditions, traumatic injuries, and more.
The quality of the hospital’s spine, knee and hip replacement care has also been recognized by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
About Northwest Health
Northwest Health is a regional healthcare system committed to providing communities in Northwest Indiana with high-quality, accessible health care — from highly specialized care and surgical services to more routine primary care. The system of more than 60 access points includes three hospitals, five emergency departments, urgent care centers, outpatient surgery centers, an ambulance service, and physician offices. A compassionate team of caregivers work hard to fulfill its mission to help people get well and live healthier. For more information, visit NWHealthIN.com.
About Aetna
Aetna is the brand name used for products and services provided by one or more of the Aetna group of companies, including Aetna Life Insurance Company and its affiliates (Aetna).
