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Pioneer Community Hospital of Patrick County, Inc.
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  Updated on: 12/10/2009



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2008 Hospital Service Line Report

Service
LineService Line
Broad categories of care based on 3M's All Patient Refined-Diagnosis Related Groups (APR-DRGs).		 Number
of CasesNumber of Cases
The total number of inpatient inlier and outlier cases.		 % of
Hospital
Total% of Hospital Total
The number of cases for that hospital's particular service line divided by the total number of hospital cases multiplied by 100.		 % of
State
Total% of State Total
The number of cases for that hospital's particular service line divided by the total number of that service line's cases in Virginia multiplied by 100.
BurnsBurns
Damage to skin and tissue due to some element of extreme temperature contact. Burns are classified as first, second or third degree burns. First degree burns are usually superficial and third degree burns have extensive damage to the point of skin or tissue death.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
Invasive CardiologyInvasive Cardiology
Diagnostic and invasive procedures that includes cardiac catheterizations, percutaneous procedures and angiograms of the heart.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
Cardiology - MedicalCardiology - Medical
The study of the heart’s action; the medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis and therapy of heart diseases.
 48 13.75% 5.06%
Open Heart Surgery Open Heart Surgery 
A surgical procedure that provides through an incision of the chest cavity a full view of the heart. Procedure may be used for, but is not limited to, cardiopulmonary bypass or heart valve surgery.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
DentalDental
Medical and/or surgical treatment of the teeth and surrounding structures and oral tissues. The services may or may not include endodontics, oral pathology, maxofacial surgery, orthodontics, periodontics, etc.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
DermatologyDermatology
The study of the skin’s structure, function and diseases; includes diagnosis and treatment of skin and nail disorders.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
EndocrinologyEndocrinology
The study and treatment of the ductless organs and structures (glands) that secrete internally and of hormones. Endocrinology typically includes the endocrine glands, the hypothalamus, pituitary and adrenal glands, thyroid and parathyroid glands, pancreatic islet cells, the testes and the ovaries.
15 4.30% 6.12%
Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgery Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgery 
The combined surgical treatment that includes otology (ear), rhinology (nose) and laryngology (larynx/throat). Treatments, including surgery, may involve:
· Ears — the exterior and interior portions of the otological system;
· Nose — the olfactory system including exterior nasal passages and the anterior nasal cavity; and
· Throat — the pharyngeal, naso-pharyngeal or laryngeal areas including tonsils, adenoids and trachea.
See Also Otolaryngology

 0 0.00% 0.00%
GastroenterologyGastroenterology
Specialty involving the study and treatment of the function and disorders of the organs of digestion, the alimentary (or gastrointestinal) tract: the esophagus, the stomach, large intestines (colon and cecum) and small intestines (duodenum, jejunum, ileum), sigmoid colon, rectum, gallbladder, pancreas, liver, spleen, biliary tract and bile duct.
 50 14.33% 6.30%
General MedicineGeneral Medicine
Treatment for those disorders that can fall under family practice or primary medical needs, which may include internal medicine or the diagnosis or treatment of internal organs, and that are not otherwise grouped into the specialty services listed in this report.
 32 9.17% 6.48%
General SurgeryGeneral Surgery
Those surgical procedures not otherwise grouped into the specialty services listed in this report.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
Gynecological SurgeryGynecological Surgery
Surgical treatment of the female reproductive system including ectopic pregnancy and early abortion. See Obstetrics.
0 0.00% 0.00%
GynecologyGynecology
The medical specialty focused on the health care of women and on the diseases of the female genital tract, as well as the endocrinology and reproductive function of the female. The breast may be treated except for surgery.
0 0.00% 0.00%
HematologyHematology
The scientific medical study of blood and blood-forming tissues, including therapeutics and anatomy, physiology, pathology and symptomatology of blood cells. This category may include the laboratory study of the response of blood cells to radiation or chemotherapy.
6 1.72% 5.83%
Infectious DiseasesInfectious Diseases
The clinical study and treatment of those diseases that can be caused by an infection; i.e., any communicable disease. These diseases can be transmitted from human to human, from animal to human, by direct or indirect contact; e.g., fevers of unknown origin, sexually transmitted diseases (including HIV infection), herpes, central nervous system (CNS) infections, measles, rubella, mumps, hepatitis, rabies, and rickettsial infections (such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever). Bacterial infections such as streptococcal and chlamydial infections also fall under this classification, as well as those of spirochetal, protozoal, helminthic and mycotic causes.
 11 3.15% 4.95%
NeonatologyNeonatology
A branch of medicine, often a part of pediatric medicine, that is practiced for the period of time covering the first 28 days after birth and in which the neonate requires additional treatment or care beyond a normal birth, such as intensive care for a premature infant.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
NephrologyNephrology
The medical science primarily concerned with the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the kidneys (the renal or nephric system) including treatment by dialysis and transplantation. Note: Not to be confused with urology, which deals primarily with the diseases and treatment of the genitourinary tract.
 5 1.43% 6.17%
Neurological SurgeryNeurological Surgery
Any of various kinds of surgery of the nervous system. Often included are those procedures designed to restore physiological activity of nerves (functional neurosurgery), psychosurgery and stereotactic surgery.
0 0.00% 0.00%
NeurologyNeurology
The field of medicine dealing with the normal or diseased nervous systems (central, peripheral and autonomic, plus the neuromuscular junction and muscle). May include clinical neurology that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of nervous system disorders.
26 7.45% 9.74%
Normal NewbornsNormal Newborns
A branch of medicine, often a part of pediatric medicine, that is practiced for the period of time covering the first 28 days after birth and in which the infant experienced a normal delivery.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
Obstetrics/DeliveryObstetrics/Delivery
The specialty of medicine concerned with the obstetrical care of a woman and the fetus during pregnancy, childbirth (delivery of the fetus vaginally or by cesarean section, a surgical procedure) and the puerperium (approximately 6 weeks following birth).
 0 0.00% 0.00%
OncologyOncology
Science/branch of medicine concerned with the study of the physical, chemical and biologic properties and features of abnormal tissue (neoplasm), including the treatment of both malignant and benign tumors.
5 1.43% 7.94%
Oncology SurgeryOncology Surgery
Surgical procedures related to diagnostic or treatment of malignant and/or benign tumors.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
Ophthalmologic Surgery Ophthalmologic Surgery 
Surgical treatment of eye and lid disorders, such as cataract removal with lens implantation.
0 0.00% 0.00%
OphthalmologyOphthalmology
The study and treatment of the physiology, anatomy and pathology of the eye and surrounding tissues such as the eye lid. This includes ocular infections, refractive errors, glaucoma, cataracts and other ocular disorders.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
Orthopedic Surgery Orthopedic Surgery 
Preservation or restoration from disease or injury by surgical means of the function or condition of the musculoskeletal system, the spine and the extremities.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
OrthopedicsOrthopedics
Branch of medicine concerned with the prevention and correction of disorders of the locomotor system of the body, including the skeleton, muscles, joints and related tissues.
7 2.01% 5.83%
Other ObstetricsOther Obstetrics
Medical care provided by an obstetrician other than delivery; for example, nutrition counseling, immunizations, treatment for spontaneous abortion (miscarriage), prevention of preterm labor and anemia. See Obstetrics; Also see Gynecological Surgery
 0 0.00% 0.00%
OtolaryngologyOtolaryngology
Branch of medicine concerned with medical and surgical treatment of head and neck, including the ears, nose and throat. See ENT.
 2 0.57% 4.65%
Plastic SurgeryPlastic Surgery
Surgical procedures related to cosmetic or reconstructive surgery of face and body.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
PsychiatryPsychiatry
The diagnosis, prevention and treatment of mental disorders by those medical specialists trained in the science of psychiatry.
 3 0.86% 6.00%
PulmonaryPulmonary
Of or pertaining to lungs/respiratory system, to the pulmonary artery; to aperture leading from right ventricle into the pulmonary artery.
 119 34.10% 8.47%
RehabilitationRehabilitation
Following a disabling disease, injury or addiction, spontaneous or therapeutic restoration of normal function or in a nearly normal manner.
0 0.00% 0.00%
RheumatologyRheumatology
The science and medical study relating to diseases or disorders where inflammation or degeneration of tissue occur in the musculoskeletal system.
2 0.57% 5.41%
Transplant SurgeryTransplant Surgery
The procedures that involve the movement of tissue or organs from one part of the body, or from a separate body, for the purpose of treatment by implantation or grafting. Included in this grouping are bone marrow, heart, liver and lung transplants.
0 0.00% 0.00%
Trauma, Multiple SignificantTrauma, Multiple Significant
Injury or injuries to the face, head and/or body. Trauma scored for severity and prevalence of injuries are categorized in the service line of Multiple Significant Trauma. Less severe or prevalent injuries may be categorized under a different, specific service line.
 1 0.29% 3.57%
Urological SurgeryUrological Surgery
Treatment provided by surgical means of urinary and genitourinary tract disorders; for example, tumors of the prostate, bladder, kidney or testis.
0 0.00% 0.00%
UrologyUrology
The medical specialty that is concerned with the study, diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the urinary tract in the female and both urinary and genitourinary tract in the male.
 17 4.87% 6.91%
Vascular SurgeryVascular Surgery
Surgical procedures relating to the blood vessels.
 0 0.00% 0.00%
  Total 349 100.00% 5.03%


  Updated on: 12/10/2009




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Efficiency Indicators


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Cardiac Care Information


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KEY
Cases Category
(Based on Adjusted Volume)
Size Medical Invasive Open Heart
High  1500+   1000+   1000+
Mid-High   800 - 1499   250 - 999   500 - 999
Mid-Low   250 - 799   100 - 249   100 - 499
Low   1 - 249   1 - 99   1 - 99
N/A   0 Cases   0 Cases   0 Cases
 Rating (More hearts are better)
  - More than Expected
  - As Expected
  - Less than Expected
  - Too Few to Calculate (Adjusted Volume < 30)
  - Letter from Facility


  
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Service Line Total
Cases		 Mortality
Rating		 Readmission
Rating
Cardiology Medical Cardiology - Medical
Includes diagnosing and therapy for heart disease. Angina, congestive heart failure and acute myocardial infarction (AMI) are all examples of heart conditions. When treatment for these conditions does not include surgery, VHI has grouped them into this service line.		 49      
  -  Heart Failure Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
or heart failure, is a condition in which the heart can not pump enough blood to the body's other organs.

For more information on signs and symptoms, tests, and treatment, visit: www.americanheart.org/ presenter.jhtml?identifier=4585		 21                  


Letter From the Facility
  
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  Mortality Readmission
Service Line Total
Cases		 Hospice
Cases		 Adj
Vol		 Act Exp Ratio Rating Adj
Vol		 Act Exp Ratio Rating
Cardiology Medical Cardiology - Medical
Includes diagnosing and therapy for heart disease. Angina, congestive heart failure and acute myocardial infarction (AMI) are all examples of heart conditions. When treatment for these conditions does not include surgery, VHI has grouped them into this service line.		 49 0 46 2.17% 1.03% 2.11    45 4.44% 11.57% 0.38   
  -  Heart Failure Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
or heart failure, is a condition in which the heart can not pump enough blood to the body's other organs.

For more information on signs and symptoms, tests, and treatment, visit: www.americanheart.org/ presenter.jhtml?identifier=4585		 21 0 19 5.26% 1.40% 3.76          18 5.56% 17.59% 0.32         


Letter From the Facility


  Updated on: 02/24/2010




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This facility does not perform Obstetrical services

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Patient Satisfaction Survey

Survey results are not available for this reporting period.

 · Pioneer Community Hospital of Patrick County, Inc.'s Overall

9 or 10 (high) 7 or 8 (medium) 6 or lower (low)
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N/A How do patients rate the hospital overall?
Hospital  
N/A%Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10 (high)N/A%Patients who gave a rating of7 or 8 (medium)N/A%Patients who gave a rating of 6 or lower (low)
VA  
63%27%10%
USA  
66%24%10%


Yes, Definitely Yes, Probably No
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N/A Would patients recommend the hospital to friends and family?
Hospital  
N/A%YES, patients would definitely recommend the hospitalN/A%YES, patients would probably recommend the hospitalN/A%NO, patients would not recommend the hospital (they probably would not or definitely would not recommend it)
VA  
66%28%6%
USA  
68%26%6%


 ·  Pioneer Community Hospital of Patrick County, Inc.'s Comfort

Always Usually Sometimes/Never
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N/A How often were the patients rooms and bathrooms kept clean?
Hospital  
N/A%Room was always cleanN/A%Room was usually cleanN/A%Room was sometimes or never clean
VA  
68%21%11%
USA  
70%20%10%
N/A How often did patients receive help quickly from hospital staff?
Hospital  
N/A%Patients always received help as soon as they wantedN/A%Patients usually received help as soon as they wantedN/A%Patients sometimes or never received help as soon as they wanted
VA  
61%26%13%
USA  
63%26%11%
N/A How often was patients pain well controlled?
Hospital  
N/A%Pain was always well controlledN/A%Pain was usually well controlledN/A%Pain was sometimes or never well controlled
VA  
68%24%8%
USA  
69%24%7%
N/A How often was the area around patients rooms kept quiet at night?
Hospital  
N/A%Always quiet at nightN/A%Usually quiet at nightN/A%Sometimes or never quiet at night
VA  
56%31%13%
USA  
57%31%12%


 ·  Pioneer Community Hospital of Patrick County, Inc.'s Communication

Always Usually Sometimes/Never
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N/A How often did nurses communicate well with patients?
Hospital  
N/A%Nurses always communicated wellN/A%Nurses usually communicated wellN/A%Nurses sometimes or never communicated well
VA  
74%20%6%
USA  
75%19%6%
N/A How often did doctors communicate well with patients?
Hospital  
N/A%Doctors always communicated wellN/A%Doctors usually communicated wellN/A%Doctors sometimes or never communicated well
VA  
80%15%5%
USA  
80%15%5%
N/A How often did staff explain about medicines before giving them to patients?
Hospital  
N/A%Staff always explainedN/A%Staff usually explainedN/A%Staff sometimes or never explained
VA  
57%19%24%
USA  
59%19%22%


Yes No
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N/A Were patients given information about what to do during their recovery at home?
Hospital  
N/A%Yes, staff did give patients this informationN/A%No, staff did not give patients this information
VA  
82%18%
USA  
81%19%




VA State Average & US Average: this number is included so you have
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  • a basis for comparing individual hospital's performance
Survey ResponseSurvey Response
The percentage of patients who completed the survey.: N/A%    |    Completed SurveyCompleted Survey
Total number of patients who completed a survey.: N/A

Patient Survey Collection Dates: October 2008 - September 2009 , Released in July 2010

HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) survey information obtained
from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

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