HCA Healthcare, a leading healthcare provider, has been honored as one of the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. Recognized for the 14th time, HCA Healthcare stands out in the Healthcare Providers category. CEO Sam Hazen expresses pride in the company’s values and commitment to making a positive impact on patients, colleagues, and communities.
Ethisphere’s assessment, based on their Ethics Quotient, acknowledges HCA Healthcare’s comprehensive ethics and compliance program, emphasizing over 200 proof points including environmental, social, and governance practices. Kathi Whalen, Senior VP and Chief Ethics Officer, underscores the company’s dedication to ethical conduct among its 310,000 colleagues.
HCA Healthcare’s community involvement is notable, with colleagues contributing volunteer hours and donations. The HCA Healthcare Hope Fund, surpassing $100 million in grants, exemplifies their commitment to community welfare.
Diversity and inclusion are prioritized, evidenced by initiatives such as the Patient Advisory Group and hiring practices supporting veterans. Workplace inclusion is highlighted by HCA Healthcare’s top score on the Disability Equality Index® and membership in Practice Greenhealth.
Moreover, HCA Healthcare pledges financial support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), aiming for a more inclusive healthcare system.
In 2023, HCA Healthcare and its Foundation donated generously to community organizations, focusing on health equity. They also provided substantial charity care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated care.
The company’s commitment extends to supporting the well-being of its colleagues through programs like Nurse Care and the Wellbeing Hub.
Ethisphere praises HCA Healthcare’s commitment to ethics, compliance, and governance, setting a standard for corporate citizenship. Congratulations to HCA Healthcare for demonstrating that strong ethics indeed translate to good business.
