The Leapfrog Group and the American Diabetes Association (ADA) partnered to launch an inpatient diabetes recognition program called Recognized Leader in Caring for People Living with Diabetes.
It is the first-ever national recognition program that will recognize hospitals that go the extra mile for the safety and well-being of adults living with diabetes.
Adult and general acute hospitals and specialty hospitals that care for adult inpatients and submit a Leapfrog Hospital Survey are eligible to apply for the designation. A badge will be given to only the top performers and displayed on Leapfrog’s public reporting website. Hospitals that do not meet the criteria will not be identified.
“People with diabetes face unique risks when they are hospitalized. We congratulate these hospitals for demonstrating a commitment to safety and care that reflects the needs of those living with diabetes. Moving evidence-based standards of care into practice is the cornerstone of improving health outcomes and the lives of those living with diabetes,”
- Osagie Ebekozien, MD, MPH, the ADA’s chief quality officer
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Congratulations to the 2026 winners! Applications for 2027 recognition open on July 1 and are due on January 31, 2027. Below, eligible hospitals can find important information on the Recognized Leader in Caring for People Living with Diabetes Application. |
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2026 Recognized Leader in Caring for People Living with Diabetes Map
Explore the 37 hospitals recognized for excellence in caring for people living with diabetes.
General Information
Hospitals and others can find more information about the program at the links below.
- Program Webinars and Resources: Review and watch a webinar we held for hospitals which discussed this program and its importance.
- About the Program: Learn more about the program and Leapfrog's partnership with the American Diabete's Association.
- Key Indicators for Recognition: Review the key indicators included in the program.
- Frequently Asked Questions: Find answers to frequently asked questions.
- National Expert Panel: Learn about the experts Leapfrog is working with for this program.