Hospital-Acquired Conditions, also called HACs, are preventable medical problems, infections, or complications that can happen during a hospital stay and were not present when a patient was admitted. Examples include pressure ulcers (bed sores), falls, foreign objects left after surgery, and serious infections.
These conditions are tracked by organizations such as the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) because they can signal concerns with patient safety and quality of care. Hospital-acquired conditions can lead to longer hospital stays, serious injury, or worse outcomes.
Our Commitment to Patient Safety
At Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, patient safety is our top priority. We are proud to share that our hospital has historically had zero hospital-acquired conditions. Most recently, from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, we reported zero hospital-acquired conditions.