MelroseWakefield Hospital is one of 339 hospitals across the United States and just one of ten in Massachusetts to record a central line associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) rate of zero, according to the recently released Healthcare-Associated Infections dataset from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
CLABSI is a serious hospital-acquired infection that occurs when germs get into the bloodstream through a central line, or catheter which is placed into a patient's arm, neck, chest or groin to give them fluids or medications.
The Healthcare-Associated Infections dataset, updated April 30, includes performance data for five types of infections collected through the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network. The measures show how often patients in a hospital contract infections during an inpatient stay compared to similar hospitals. The measures apply to all patients treated in acute care hospitals, including adult, pediatric, neonatal, Medicare and non-Medicare patients, according to the CMS data dictionary. Data was collected from July 2023 through June 2024.
"Our team at MelroseWakefield Hospital achieved a CLABSI rate of zero by implementing consistent safety protocols, training staff, and leading with a culture of safety and communication that always puts patient safety first," said Chief Medical Officer Michael DeLeo, MD.
We are proud to have achieved the zero infection rate and are committed to continuously providing the highest quality care.
Chief Medical Officer Michael DeLeo, MD
