Hospitals with Highest Blood Clot Prevention (VTE) Rate in District of Columbia
Percentage of inpatients who received recommended blood clot prevention (VTE prophylaxis). Blood clots in hospitalized patients are one of the most common preventable causes of death.
5 hospitals reportingin District of Columbia
District of Columbia — Blood Clot Prevention (VTE) Rate at a Glance
87.40%
District of Columbia Average
82.18%
US National Average
5
Hospitals Reporting
District of Columbia performs better than the US average for blood clot prevention (vte) rate. The state average (87.40 %) is 5.22 higher than the national average (82.18 %). Higher scores indicate better performance.
District of Columbia Hospital Rankings — Blood Clot Prevention (VTE) Rate
| # | Hospital | City | Score | CMS Stars | vs National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MEDSTAR GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL | WASHINGTON | 98.00% | ★★★★★ | |
| 2 | MEDSTAR WASHINGTON HOSPITAL CENTER | WASHINGTON | 97.00% | ★★★★★ | |
| 3 | GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIV HOSPITAL | WASHINGTON | 93.00% | ★★★★★ | |
| 4 | UNITED MEDICAL CENTER | WASHINGTON | 90.00% | ★★★★★ | |
| 5 | HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL CORP | WASHINGTON | 59.00% | ★★★★★ |