Hospital & Health Systems2026
100 Great Community Hospitals | 2026
Some of the most exceptional care in the country is delivered close to home, in the community hospitals that serve as trusted anchors for neighborhoods, towns and regions across America.
Becker’s is proud to release the 2026 edition of its “Great Community Hospitals” list, celebrating the institutions that bring accessible, affordable, high-quality care to patients beyond the reach of large urban health systems. These hospitals, whether nestled in a rural county or at the heart of a suburban community, share a common mission of connecting communities to the care they deserve.
To identify these standout institutions, Becker’s editorial team drew on nominations alongside insights from respected evaluators like U.S. News & World Report, Healthgrades, CMS, The Leapfrog Group, the National Rural Health Association and the Chartis Center for Rural Health.
Note: Organizations do not pay and cannot pay for inclusion on this list. This list is not exhaustive, nor is it an endorsement of the organizations mentioned. Organizations are presented in alphabetical order. We extend a special thank you to Rhoda Weiss for her contributions to this list.
Contact Anna Falvey at afalvey@beckershealthcare.com with questions or comments.
