Rural Health
Summit Pacific Earns WSHA Gold for Critical Access Hospital Quality
Summit Pacific Medical Center has received the Critical Access Hospital Achievement of Quality Excellence from the Washington State Hospital Association, according to the hospital. The recognition carries the gold award distinction, described as the achievement's highest designation.
By The Desk - Jordan Leahy·September 24, 2026
Quality measures considered this year included fall prevention, sepsis and opioid harm prevention, per the source material. The award cites patient safety, innovation and quality of care.
Josh Martin, identified in the source material as affiliated with Summit Pacific, said the award reflects the character of the rural hospital. The item was published on Sept. 22, 2026.