The Miriam Hospital Named Best in Rhode Island for 14th Year

The Miriam Hospital, recognized as Rhode Island's best hospital for 14 years, showcasing its modern facilities.

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The Miriam Hospital has once again been recognized as the best hospital in Rhode Island by U.S. News & World Report. This marks the 14th consecutive year of achieving this prestigious title. The 2025-2026 rankings evaluated over 4,440 hospitals nationwide. Additionally, The Miriam Hospital obtained state approval for a $125 million renovation project aimed at improving patient care facilities. With its dedication to healthcare excellence and safety, the hospital continues to be a crucial medical resource in the community.

Rhode Island – The Miriam Hospital has been named the best hospital in the state for the 14th consecutive year, according to the latest rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. It is also recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Providence metro area, reflecting its continued excellence in patient care and medical services.

The rankings for the 2025-2026 Best Hospitals evaluated over 4,440 hospitals nationwide, assessing their performance across 30 medical and surgical services. The Miriam Hospital is among the 504 facilities classified as Best Regional Hospitals across 49 states and 95 metro areas. U.S. News uses a variety of performance-driven metrics to determine rankings, including risk-adjusted mortality rates, preventable complications, and nursing care levels. These metrics are designed to assist Americans in making informed healthcare decisions in their local communities.

For this year’s ranking, new evaluations have been added in Heart Arrhythmia and Pacemaker Implantation, bringing the total to 22 specific ratings used in the assessment process. This broader approach aims to provide more comprehensive insights into hospital performance, which is particularly crucial for patients requiring specialized heart care.

According to Leapfrog, a nonprofit organization focused on hospital safety ratings, Rhode Island hospitals are currently ranked as the second-safest in the United States, showing a marked improvement from the previous year’s rankings. More than half of the hospitals in the state earned an “A” safety grade from Leapfrog. Notably, both The Miriam Hospital and Newport Hospital have maintained five consecutive “A” grades, indicating consistent quality in healthcare delivery and patient safety. Meanwhile, Kent Hospital is working to improve its safety rating after receiving a C grade in the last evaluation.

In addition to its prestigious ranking, The Miriam Hospital has obtained state approval for a significant renovation project worth $125 million. This project aims to modernize the hospital’s infrastructure and enhance patient care facilities. The renovations will specifically address the emergency department and patient units, creating a more efficient layout and improving communication within the hospital.

The renovation work is scheduled to commence in spring 2025 and will span approximately three years, with plans for the project to be completed in three phases. The first phase of the initiative will involve the demolition of the hospital’s oldest building, paving the way for the construction of new emergency and patient facilities designed to better serve the community’s needs.

The continuous improvements in hospital safety and the significant investment in infrastructure highlight the dedication of The Miriam Hospital to providing high-quality healthcare services. As patient needs evolve and new health challenges arise, the hospital aims to remain at the forefront of medical excellence in Rhode Island.

These developments reflect not only The Miriam Hospital’s commitment to enhancing patient safety and care but also the overall upward trend in healthcare quality within Rhode Island. As more hospitals join the effort to elevate care standards, residents can feel more confident in the safety and quality of their local healthcare services.