Five Ohio Hospitals Ranked Among Nation's 50 Best by Healthgrades

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Five Ohio hospitals have been recognized among the top 50 in the nation for 'overall clinical excellence year over year' by Healthgrades, according to rankings released on February 13, 2026. The analysis is based on more than 45 million Medicare medical claims from 4,500 hospitals nationwide and rates hospitals on 31 condition and procedure groups, focusing on clinical outcomes.

Why it matters

These Healthgrades rankings, based on objective data from Medicare claims, provide valuable insight for patients seeking high-quality care. The consistent recognition of several Ohio hospitals suggests a strong commitment to clinical excellence within the state's healthcare system.

The details

Summa Health System's Akron campus, Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health in Cincinnati, Mercy Health-Fairfield Hospital, and Mercy Health-West Hospital in Cincinnati were all named among the 50 best hospitals in the nation. These hospitals also received additional awards from Healthgrades for excellence in specific areas of care, including cardiac, critical, pulmonary, and stroke care.

• Healthgrades released the 2026 rankings on February 13, 2026.
• Summa Health System's Akron campus, The Jewish Hospital-Mercy Health, and Mercy Health-Fairfield Hospital have been recognized among the 50 best for the third consecutive year (2024-2026).

What’s next

As healthcare continues to evolve, these Healthgrades rankings may influence patient choices and hospital strategies in Ohio as patients seek out the highest-quality care providers.