Here are three notes:
1. The hospital received the honor for its commitment to overall quality of care for spinal surgery patients.
2. BCBS honors hospitals that have established programs and perform required annual volumes of specific procedures.
3. The experience of the care team, CMS accreditation and evidence-based clinical care practices also contribute to the recognition.
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