The UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. has been awarded the highest possible rating of three stars by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) in three categories for patient care and outcomes, including:
- Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Isolated Mitral Valve Replacement/Repair (MVRR)
- Multi-procedural composite measures – a combination of all cardiac procedures, including valves and coronary bypass surgeries.
The three-star rating, which denotes the highest category of quality, places the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa. among the elite for adult cardiac surgery in the United States and Canada. UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in Central Pa has maintained a 3-star STS rating in various categories for the last decade.
“We’re proud to earn this recognition, which reflects the quality and consistency of care our team provides,” said Erik Toth, vice president of cardiovascular services for UPMC in Central Pa. “The Society of Thoracic Surgeons’ three-star rating is among the most respected measures in cardiac surgery and our focus remains on patient outcomes.”
Historically, only 13.7% of participants receive the three-star rating for MVRR and 21.6% of participants receive the three-star rating for isolated CABG surgery. A 3-star rating for Multi-procedural composite measures is only obtained by 28% of all participants. The latest analysis of data covers the calendar years 2023 through 2025.
