Lyon’s Natecia Private Hospital Decertified by High Authority of Health
Lyon, June 25, 2026 – Natecia private hospital, located in the 8th arrondissement of Lyon, has lost its certification from the High Authority of Health (HAS) following an inspection. The decision, communicated to the hospital on May 3rd, comes after an expert visit mandated by the HAS to evaluate specific points concerning patient care, medical teams, and the establishment itself. Such visits are conducted every four years across all healthcare facilities in France.
Safety Dysfunctions Cited in HAS Report
The HAS experts’ report highlighted several dysfunctions related to safety, specifically concerning risk management (infectious, medicinal, surgical) and a lack of reporting and analysis of serious adverse events (SAEs). In its decision, the HAS has notably demanded that the private hospital ensure all patients have “an adapted and secure environment that respects their intimacy and dignity,” to “secure the management of vital emergencies (dedicated single number, simulation exercises, overall evaluation),” and to “involve user and patient representatives in relevant projects.”
While non-certification does not force an establishment to close, it can lead the ARS (Regional Health Agency) to “refuse or condition a health authorization,” as indicated by the ARS to local media. This could have significant implications for Natecia hospital’s operations and future.
Hospital Appeals Decision and Implements Action Plan
According to information from local sources, the hospital’s management has already implemented an action plan to address the identified issues and has filed an appeal against the HAS decision. This appeal process will allow Natecia to present its case and demonstrate the corrective measures taken to regain its certification.
The withdrawal of certification for Natecia hospital underscores the rigorous standards maintained by the High Authority of Health to ensure patient safety and quality of care across all healthcare institutions in France. The situation will be closely monitored as the appeal process unfolds and the hospital strives to meet the required safety standards.
This development is a significant event for the healthcare sector in Lyon, as Natecia is a prominent private hospital in the region. The focus now shifts to the effectiveness of the hospital’s action plan and the outcome of its appeal to the HAS.
Source: https://www.lyoncapitale.fr/actualite/a-lyon-l-hopital-prive-natecia-n-est-plus-certifie-par-la-haute-autorite-de-sante
