Monroe, Ga. (Nov. 13, 2025) – Piedmont Walton Hospital earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country using evidence-based measures of patient safety focused exclusively on errors, accidents, injuries and infections.
“Receiving an ‘A’ grade from the Leapfrog Group is an outstanding achievement and reflects Piedmont Walton’s dedication to providing the safest possible environment for our patients,” said Blake Watts, CEO of Piedmont Walton Hospital. “This accomplishment validates the work we do every day to deliver the healthcare services our community needs as safely as possible and underscores our commitment to excellence and to putting patient safety at the forefront of everything we do.”
The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade stands as the only hospital ratings program focused solely on preventable medical errors, infections and injuries that kill more than 500 patients a day in the United States. This program is peer-reviewed, fully transparent and free to the public. Grades are updated twice annually, in the fall and spring.
“Earning an ‘A’ Grade means Piedmont Walton has made a true commitment to put patient safety first,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “We congratulate the leadership, Board, clinicians, staff and volunteers that all had a role to play in this achievement.”
“I want to thank the physicians, clinicians, nurses and every member of the Piedmont Walton hospital staff for their incredibly hard work creating a culture that makes patient safety a top priority, ensuring patients can receive high-quality, safe care close to home,” said Watts.
To explore Piedmont Walton’s full grade details and to find valuable tips for staying safe in the hospital, visit HospitalSafetyGrade.org. Connect with The Leapfrog Group on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram and stay informed through The Leapfrog Group newsletter.
About Piedmont Walton: Piedmont Walton Hospital is a 77-bed, not-for-profit community hospital located in Monroe, Georgia, and serves as the sole hospital provider for Walton County. With more than 650 employees and 470 physicians, the hospital offers 24-hour emergency services, including a designated Level III trauma center, along with comprehensive medical, surgical, and diagnostic care. The hospital continues to be known for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care close to home and for its strong commitment to the Walton County community.
About The Leapfrog Group: Founded in 2000 by large employers and other purchasers, The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization driving a movement for giant leaps for patient safety. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Leapfrog’s other main initiative, assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers protect themselves and their families from errors, injuries, accidents and infections.
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