5 Virginia Hospitals Ranked Among Top 100 in U.S.

New Healthgrades report highlights top-performing medical centers in the state.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 8:07pm

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According to the 2026 America's Best Hospitals awards from Healthgrades, five hospitals in Virginia were ranked among the top 100 clinical care facilities in the country, representing the top 2% of hospitals nationwide. Inova Loudoun Hospital in Leesburg was named one of the top 50 best hospitals, marking its ninth consecutive year on the list.

Why it matters

The Healthgrades rankings provide valuable data for patients to make informed decisions about their healthcare options. With consumers increasingly taking a more active role in their care, these objective quality metrics can help guide people to the highest-performing hospitals in their region.

The details

The Virginia hospitals ranked in the top 100 are Inova Alexandria Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center, St. Mary's Hospital, and Inova Loudoun Hospital. An additional four Virginia hospitals were named to the top 250 list. Healthgrades evaluated the clinical performance of approximately 4,500 hospitals across the country to determine the rankings.

  • The 2026 America's Best Hospitals awards from Healthgrades were released on January 30, 2026.

The players

Inova Loudoun Hospital

A hospital in Leesburg, Virginia that has been named one of the top 50 best hospitals in the country for the past nine consecutive years.

Healthgrades

An online resource that provides information to help people find doctors and hospitals, and publishes the annual America's Best Hospitals rankings.

Alana Biggers

The medical advisor for Healthgrades.

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What they’re saying

“Patients are taking a more active role in their care than ever before, but real empowerment comes from having choices and access to information they can trust. This year's America's Best Hospitals list gives patients a clearer picture of where high-quality care is delivered most consistently, helping them understand their options and feel confident in choosing the care that's right for them.”

— Alana Biggers, Medical Advisor

The takeaway

The Healthgrades rankings highlight Virginia's strong performance in providing high-quality clinical care, with five hospitals ranked among the top 100 in the country. This data can help patients in the state make more informed decisions about their healthcare options and find the best hospitals to meet their needs.