U.S. News & World Report Names Baystate Medical Center Among Best Hospitals

SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Medical Center has been named by U.S. News & World Report as a 2026-2027 Best Hospital.

Baystate Medical Center is ranked 11th in Massachusetts and is among the elite 16% that earned a numerical ranking in a state, metro area, and/or medical specialty, according to U.S. News’ latest edition of Best Hospitals. The hospital was rated as high-performing in nine conditions and procedures, including cardiac and cancer care and orthopedics. The distinction recognizes the hospital’s specialized clinical expertise and commitment to exceptional care.

Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer was also recognized as high-performing in three procedures and conditions. Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield received the same recognition in two procedures and conditions, while Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield was recognized in one procedure and condition.

“Being named a 2026-2027 Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report is a testament to the extraordinary dedication of our entire team,” said Dr. Scott Lichtenberger, chief operating officer at Baystate Health. “This recognition reflects the commitment of our team to deliver outstanding patient care and safety. We are proud to be recognized among the best in Massachusetts as we continually strive for excellence in patient outcomes and experience.”

U.S. News evaluated nearly 4,500 hospitals across 14 adult specialties and 23 procedures and conditions; only 16% of evaluated hospitals earned a Best Hospitals designation.

“A hospital named among the U.S. News Best Hospitals has demonstrated its commitment to high-quality care, especially in achieving successful outcomes for patients,” Managing Editor and Chief of Health Analysis Ben Harder said. “A Best Hospitals recognition reflects consistent top-tier medical care to its community.”

The U.S. News Best Hospitals rankings serve as a starting point for patients and families, who should consult with their personal physicians when making specific healthcare decisions.

To determine the Best Hospitals, U.S. News analyzed each hospital’s performance based on objective measures such as risk-adjusted mortality rates, preventable complications, and patient experience. The Best Hospitals Specialty rankings methodology and Procedures & Conditions ratings methodology measure patient outcomes using data from more than 800 million records of patient care.