Tawas Medical Center Recognized by Chartis as a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital
MyMichigan Medical Center Tawas was named among the 2025 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. Chartis’ annual Top 100 award program honors outstanding performance among the nation’s rural hospitals based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX®. MyMichigan Medical Center Sault was only one of five hospitals in the state of Michigan to be recognized. MyMichigan Medical Center in Alpena and Sault Ste. Marie also received the award with MyMichigan receiving three of the five recognitions in the state.
“To be recognized as one of five Medical Centers in the state with an award such as this really reflects the dedication of our team here to deliver high-quality care within our communities,” said Mike Erickson, president, MyMichigan Medical Centers Saginaw, Standish, Tawas and Towne Centre. “Esteemed independent agencies, known for pinpointing excellence, have acknowledged us as one of the leading community hospitals. This recognition is incredibly special and something we can all take pride in. It stands as a testament to the relentless efforts of our employees, nurses, medical staff, leaders, board of directors, and volunteers.”
The INDEX is the industry’s most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural hospital performance. Leveraging publicly available data, the INDEX is utilized nationwide by rural hospitals, health systems with rural affiliates, hospital associations, and state offices of rural health to measure and monitor performance across a variety of areas impacting hospital operations and finance.
“The Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals award program elevates the very best performers and helps create a roadmap for those seeking to improve financial and operational performance while continuing to care for the communities they serve,” said Michael Topchik, executive director, The Chartis Center for Rural Health. “This is our 10th year recognizing the Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals and we’re thrilled to be able to celebrate this milestone with this year’s winners.”
Those interested in learning more about MyMichigan Medical Center Tawas may visit www.mymichigan.org/tawas
