Forbes has released its inaugural list of the best hospitals in each state, and several medical facilities in Pennsylvania have been recognized among the top 36. Geisinger Jersey Shore, St. Luke’s Anderson Campus in Easton, and WellSpan Evangelical Community Hospital in Lewisburg received five-star ratings, highlighting their excellence in clinical outcomes, best practices, value, and patient experience. St. Luke’s Bethlehem and UPMC Williamsport were awarded four-star ratings.
The Forbes Top Hospitals 2026 list evaluates general acute care hospitals across the United States, using data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog. The ratings focus heavily on clinical patient outcomes, such as mortality and readmission rates, and adjust for social drivers of health to ensure fair comparisons. According to Forbes, the methodology emphasizes outcomes, best practices, value, and patient experience, with outcomes carrying the most weight.
Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital, recognized by Forbes and other prestigious organizations, underscores its commitment to exceptional, patient-centered care. Dr. Jason Schauer, chief medical officer at Geisinger Jersey Shore, stated, “This recognition reflects the incredible dedication and skill of our entire team.”…