Terrebonne General Health System Recognized as a Blue Distinction® Center Designation for Knee and Hip Replacement

Terrebonne General Health System (Terrebonne General), in partnership with Gulf Coast Orthopedics (Gulf Coast), is proud to be recognized by Louisiana Blue with a Blue Distinction® Center (BDC) for Knee and Hip Replacement.

This program identifies hospitals and ambulatory care centers (ASCs) that demonstrate expertise in patient safety and deliver better health outcomes. Quality assessments are based on objective measures developed from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s (BCBSA) partnership with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).

This designation is a testament to the rigorous standards met by Terrebonne General. Designated knee and hip replacement facilities deliver high-quality care, with an average of 21% fewer readmissions and 21% fewer complications within 90 days after knee and hip replacement surgery.

Patients treated at designated facilities benefit from the expertise and advanced practices that lead to improved recovery times and reduced complications, making a significant difference in their overall health journey.

“Achieving this national recognition is a testament to the expertise of our orthopedic team of physicians and staff, who go above and beyond to achieve excellence in their profession, ” said Phyllis Peoples, President and CEO. “I am proud of all that they do for our patients so that they can return to doing the things that they love.”

Blue Distinction Centers for Knee and Hip Replacement help consumers find quality care, while also encouraging healthcare professionals to improve the overall delivery of care nationwide.

“It is a tremendous honor to be recognized as a Blue Distinction® Center for Knee and Hip Replacement,” said Dr. Henry L. Haydel II, Orthopedic Surgeon at Gulf Coast Orthopedics. “This achievement represents the collective dedication of our entire orthopedic and rehabilitation teams, who work tirelessly to ensure that every patient receives the highest standard of care. Our focus has always been on helping individuals regain their mobility and return to the activities they love, and this designation reaffirms that commitment. We are proud to provide the people of our community with nationally recognized, high-quality care right here at home.”

Terrebonne General met the criteria to receive this designation, which includes:

• Having full accreditation from at least one national accrediting organization as either a hospital or ambulatory surgery center
• Having low complication, mortality, and unplanned readmission rates within 90 days after elective primary total knee and hip replacements
• Having enhanced recovery after surgery processes and procedures in place for quality perioperative care
• Participating in Louisiana Blue’s BlueCard Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Network

By meeting these stringent criteria, Terrebonne General not only highlights its commitment to high-quality healthcare but also commits to remaining at the forefront of advancements in knee and hip replacements.

To further improve patient outcomes and inform treatment strategies, BCBSA utilized the AAOS and American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR) for more evidence-based performance measures and patient-reported outcome measures.

Since 2005, the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program has helped patients find quality specialty care at lower costs in the areas of bariatric surgery, cancer care, cardiac care, cellular immunotherapy, fertility care, knee and hip replacement, maternity care, spine surgery, substance use treatment and recovery.