Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center ranks #1

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The medical center’s Accountable Care Organization (ACO), Physician Quality Partners, has ranked first in the nation for quality performance.

This ranking reflects the organization’s focus on preventative care. By emphasizing early screenings and proactive health management, the program aims to catch potential health issues before they worsen, ensuring patients receive the best possible care at every stage—before, during, and after illness.

Dr. Charin Hanlon, Chairperson of the Physician Quality Partners Board of Managers, explains the significance of this achievement:

“The quality score combines all of our preventative cancer screenings, as well as our efforts to prevent unnecessary hospitalizations. We also conduct interviews with patients to ensure they feel their physicians provided the best possible care.”

Dr. Hanlon also shares that, the ultimate focus is to ensure that those on Medicare receive exceptional care and support throughout their healthcare journey.