Quality Report - Heart & Vascular Institute

Accreditation/Certifications

• ST Elevation (a sign you may be in the early stages of a heart attack) Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) Receiving Center (LA County)  
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Awards/Distinctions

• Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care (Blue Shield of California)
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Heart Attack

A heart attack happens when the arteries leading to the heart become blocked and the blood supply is slowed or stopped. (Learn more).

*Percentages are based on data reported by The Joint Commission from October 2011-September 2012.

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Heart Attack: National Quality Improvement Goals Higher percentages are better
ACE inhibitor or ARB given for LVSD (left ventricular systolic dysfunction
Heart attack patients given aspirin at arrival
Heart attack patients aspirin at discharge
Heart attack patients given beta blocker at discharge
Heart attack patients given PCI within 90 minutes of arrival
Heart attack patients given statin at discharge

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Heart Failure
Heart failure is a weakening of the heart's pumping power. With heart failure, your body doesn't get enough oxygen and nutrients to meet its needs. (Learn more)

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Heart Failure: National Quality Improvement Goals Higher percentages are better
Heart failure patients given discharge instructions
Heart Failure patients given an assessment of Left Ventricular Systolic (LVS) function
Heart failure patients given smoking cessation advice/counseling