Minnesota Bridges to Excellence, a health care purchaser-led pay-for-performance program, recently recognized Mayo Clinic Health System sites in Albert Lea, Alden and Kiester for delivery of high quality outcomes for patients with diabetes, vascular disease and/or depression.

In all, 19 Mayo Clinic Health System locations throughout Minnesota received this honor in the Twin Cities on Aug. 1.

“We are pleased to receive this recognition. Our employees work diligently with all patients to make sure their needs are met,” said Dr. Mark Ciota, CEO of Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea and Austin. “High quality outcomes in these clinical areas reinforce our efforts.”

The Bridges to Excellence program bases its recognition on performance rates from clinic-level data submitted to Minnesota Community Measurement via direct data submission.

“The financial impact of conditions like diabetes, vascular disease and depression is well documented, and clinics that qualify for rewards from Minnesota Bridges to Excellence have made a commitment to improving outcomes for patients with these conditions,” said Carolyn Pare, president and CEO of the Minnesota Health Action Group.