Joint Commision
Orthopaedic Spine and Shoulder Replacement Surgery
St. Elizabeth has achieved the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for orthopedic spine and shoulder replacement surgery. The Gold Seal symbolizes St. Elizabeth’s commitment to providing high-quality, safe orthopedic care. The designations are a first for St. Elizabeth Healthcare.
The Joint Commission is the leading accreditor of healthcare organizations in America. The organization uses information from health care experts, patients, providers and scientific and medical literature to evaluate a facility’s compliance with safety and quality standards.
U.S. News & World Report
Hip and Knee Replacement
In 2026, U.S. News & World Report rated our St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital as “High Performing” for hip replacement, knee replacement and hip fracture procedure. The U.S. News & World Report reviews more than 4,600 hospitals across the United States to help you may an informed decision about where to receive care.
To be selected for this recognition, St. Elizabeth Edgewood passed national standards for risk-adjusted survival and readmission rates, volume, patient experience, patient safety, quality of nursing care and other care-related indicators.
Blue Distinction Specialty Care
Hip and Knee Replacement
Our recognition as a Blue Distinction Center for Hip and Knee Replacement by Blue Cross Blue Shield Association recognizes our quality care, treatment expertise and better overall patient results. This prestigious recognition shows we provide you care with lower complications rates and fewer hospital readmissions.
The selection process to become a Blue Distinction Center recognizes our orthopaedic team for providing you hip and knee replacement surgery that meet nationally established, objective quality measures. This selection also ensures that high-quality care is available to everyone participating in the BlueCard Network.
Contact Us
Schedule an Appointment
Schedule an appointment with our Sports Medicine physicians for a treatment plan tailored to you. Call (859) 212-5600 to make an appointment.
Surgical Options
If surgery is necessary, our physicians can provide a referral to one of our affiliated orthopaedic surgeons. For more information on surgical options, please contact us at [email protected].
