LVH–Cedar Crest and LVH–Muhlenberg, Part of Jefferson Health, Among The Leapfrog Group’s Top U.S. Hospitals for Diabetes Care

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. (Jun. 16, 2026) — Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Cedar Crest and LVH–Muhlenberg, part of Jefferson Health, are among 37 U.S. hospitals recognized as Leaders in Caring for People With Diabetes, a distinction awarded by the American Diabetes Association and The Leapfrog Group. The designation reflects high performance in delivering safe, evidence-based care for hospitalized patients with diabetes during admission, hospital stay and discharge.
“Delivering high-quality diabetes care requires consistency, coordination and a strong focus on patient safety at every step,” said Bob Begliomini, PharmD, Executive Vice President, Regional President, Jefferson Health - Lehigh Valley Region. “This recognition reflects how our teams apply evidence-based practices, support patients throughout their stay and help them transition safely from the hospital to home.”

The program recognizes hospitals aligned with the ADA’s Standards of Care in Diabetes and Leapfrog’s standards for excellence in hospital safety and quality. Hospitals are assessed on the implementation of these processes and on how well they execute care delivered to patients.

Among the standards recognized:

• Blood glucose (blood sugar) testing and hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) protocols
• Specialized preparation for inpatient surgery
• Meal and insulin regimen planning
• Robust discharge planning for high-risk patients with diabetes
• Patient safety standards

LVH–Cedar Crest and LVH–Muhlenberg offer comprehensive diabetes care and education, connecting patients with clinicians and educators who provide guidance on nutrition, medications and treatment plans. This coordinated approach helps patients better manage their condition during and after hospitalization.

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About Jefferson
Jefferson is reimagining healthcare and higher education to create unparalleled value throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. More than 65,000 people strong, Jefferson is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering & Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 33 hospital campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans, through Health Partners Plans, Inc., is a not-for-profit managed health care organization offering a broad range of health coverage options to more than 370,000 members for more than 40 years.

About the American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) is the nation’s leading voluntary health organization fighting to end diabetes and helping people thrive. This year, the ADA celebrates 85 years of driving discovery and research to prevent, manage, treat, and ultimately cure diabetes—and we’re not stopping. There are over 155 million Americans living with diabetes or prediabetes. Through advocacy, program development, and education, we’re fighting for them all. To learn more or to get involved, visit us at diabetes.orgor call 1-800-DIABETES (800-342-2383). Join us in the fight on Facebook (American Diabetes Association), Spanish Facebook (Asociación Americana de la Diabetes), LinkedIn (American Diabetes Association), and Instagram (@AmDiabetesAssn). To learn more about how we are advocating for everyone affected by diabetes, visit us on X (@AmDiabetesAssn).

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