Awards & Accreditations
Reflecting Our Commitment to Safety and Quality
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Plymouth is committed to achieving high quality and safe care for the patients we serve. In recognition of that aim, BID Plymouth is accredited by:
- The American College of Radiology
- The Commission on Laboratory Accreditation of the College of American Pathologists
- The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations
- Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Plymouth's Joint Commission Quality Report
- The American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer
BID Plymouth received its commendation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer due to its cancer program both complying with best practices in cancer care but also for scoring higher than state and national averages in all quality measurements for medical and radiation oncology.
Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission
BID Plymouth received The Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission for maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety, effective for three years.
The Joint Commission completed a comprehensive, hospital-wide survey in March 2025 with a team of surveyors who evaluated compliance with national standards for quality of care, leadership and systems design, emergency management, environment of care, infection prevention and control, and medication management among other areas.
BID Plymouth has earned the top safety grade from The Leapfrog Group 15 times in a row, recognizing its continued commitment to patient safety. The hospital has also received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award for ensuring stroke patients receive timely, evidence-based treatment aligned with nationally recognized guidelines. This ultimately leads to more lives saved and reduced disability.
In recognition of its commitment to racial equity in hospital-based breastfeeding support, BID Plymouth was honored with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Breastfeeding Achievement Award. It was one of only 15 birthing facilities in the state to receive this recognition.
Each year, U.S. News & World Report's hospital rankings help patients find high-quality care. In its most recent rankings, BID Plymouth was named one of the Top 15 Hospitals in Massachusetts and among the Top 10 Hospitals in the Boston Metro Area. In addition, eight specialties, procedures, and conditions were rated as High Performing.
Additional recognitions include:
- Named ‘Health System Pharmacy of the Year’ by the Massachusetts Society of Health Pharmacists.
- Earned national recognition from the American Heart Association for excellence in cardiovascular treatment.
- Received a 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in its Overall Hospital Quality Star ratings.
In addition to the above awards and accreditations, BID Plymouth also makes several award opportunities available to nurses to recognize their work. Learn about these awards below.
Nursing Excellence Award
- Awarded annually by the BID Plymouth Department of Nursing to a staff nurse nominated by their peers who exemplifies excellent clinical skills, outstanding commitment to patients and their families, strong professional collaboration, positive team spirit and attitude, and a high commitment to great customer service.
Our responsibility as members of the BID Plymouth Department of Nursing is to ensure that patients and families receive the very best care, from the very best staff, in the safest environment.
We strive to convey to the next generation of nurses that they aren't just learning new job skills — at BID Plymouth they're joining a professional nursing staff with a legacy of service and social commitment. We hope you will consider joining us on this journey by reviewing available career opportunities within the Department of Nursing.
