05/22/2026
Adair County Health System Recognized Among Nation’s Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals for Patient Satisfaction
Greenfield, Iowa — Adair County Health System (ACHS) has been recognized as a 2026 Top 20 Best Practices in Patient Satisfaction hospital by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA).
This national designation places ACHS among the top-performing critical access hospitals in the United States for patient satisfaction. The recognition is based on data compiled by The Chartis Center for Rural Health through the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX™, specifically within the Patient Perspective/P patient Satisfaction domain.
“This recognition is a reflection of the compassionate, patient-centered care our team provides every single day,” said Catherine Hillestad, CEO. “We are incredibly proud of our staff for the dedication they show to our patients, families, and communities. Being recognized nationally for patient satisfaction speaks volumes about the relationships our team builds and the care they deliver.”
For the Patient Satisfaction Best Practices designation, hospitals are specifically evaluated using Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) measures across all 10 patient satisfaction domains. Performance is aggregated and ranked against rural hospitals nationwide.
“This achievement reflects the trust our patients place in us and the commitment our staff has to making every patient experience positive,” said Tim Piearson, DO, ACHS Clinic Medical Director. “As we continue serving our communities, this recognition reinforces our mission to provide high-quality, compassionate healthcare close to home.”
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