July 29, 2025- In 2025-2026, U.S. News Best Hospitals ranked hospitals in the U.S. in 15 adult specialties as well as recognized hospitals by state, metro and regional areas for their work in 22 more widely performed procedures and conditions. Of the nearly 5,000 hospitals analyzed and 30,000 physicians surveyed, only 152 hospitals ranked in at least one of the specialties. Click here for the top 20 highest rated hospitals in the U.S.