Top 5 states with the highest number of safest hospitals, according to new report

Hundreds of hospitals across the country are being recognized for keeping patients safe, and a handful of states stand out for having the highest number of top performers.

Healthgrades, a platform for finding doctors, health care providers and hospitals, released its 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award this month, naming 438 hospitals across 40 states that rank among the top 10% nationwide for patient safety.

The analysis highlights facilities that excel at preventing serious, avoidable complications during hospital stays...