Healthgrades has evaluated 4,500 hospitals across the United States, analyzing over 30 common procedures and conditions to identify the nation's top-performing medical facilities.

According to their research, if all hospitals performed at the level of America's 250 Best Hospitals, 174,081 lives could potentially be saved annually.

Nearly half (47%) of Americans live more than 25 miles from one of the 250 best hospitals, with 15 states lacking a top 5% performing hospital. This affects approximately 37 million Americans seeking quality healthcare.

Top 50 Hospitals By State:

California leads with 11 facilities, including:

• Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles
• Stanford Health Care, Stanford
• Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles

Pennsylvania follows with 7 facilities, including:

• Lancaster General Hospital
• Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
• Reading Hospital

Florida rounds out the top three states with 5 facilities, including:

• Mayo Clinic in Florida, Jacksonville
• Advent Health Orlando
• Lee Memorial Hospital

Notable mentions in other states:

• Arizona: Mayo Clinic Hospital, Phoenix
• Georgia: Emory University Hospital, Atlanta
• Texas: Houston Methodist Hospital
• New York: Lenox Hill Hospital, New York City
• Minnesota: Mayo Clinic Hospital, St. Mary's Campus, Rochester

When choosing a hospital, experts recommend:

• Consulting the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' Care Compare website
• Discussing options with healthcare providers
• Considering distance and accessibility
• Reviewing hospital performance metrics
• Talking with family and friends about their experiences

The rankings serve as a valuable tool for patients making healthcare decisions, focusing on clinical outcomes and patient care quality.

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