Awards 


National Quality Healthcare Award 

Presented annually to one facility or system, NQF identifies organizations that are role models for the achievement of meaningful, sustainable quality improvement through performance measurement and for the demonstrated commitment to public reporting.

2012 Application Period - CLOSED  

The 2012 application period is now closed. The 2012 recipient will be announced in March 2012 and presented an award in a ceremony in September 2012 in Washington DC.

2012 Jury Panel Nominations Period - CLOSED 

John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards  

Presented at the annual NQF conference, recipients are jointly recognized in collaboration with the Joint Commission. The award is named and presented in memory of Dr. John M. Eisenberg, a highly respected national leader in healthcare quality. The awards recognize individuals and healthcare organizations that have made significant contributions to improving patient safety. 

The 2011 Eisenberg Award will be presented at the NQF Annual Conference in April.