University of Michigan Health ranks among U.S. best
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University of Michigan Health in Ann Arbor is among the top 20 highest-rated hospitals in the country, according to the latest rankings from U.S. News & World Report.
Why it matters: Patients often consult the rigorous annual ranking system when looking for the best care for their medical needs.
- It ranks the best spots for specialty treatment for cancer, cardiology, diabetes and other conditions — as well as the best for routine care.
Zoom in: U.S. News evaluated 158 hospitals in Michigan and 17 met its "best regional hospital" standards. UM Ann Arbor ranked No. 1 in the state.
- It's also ranked nationally for specialties including rheumatology, lung surgery and ophthalmology.
What they're saying: "This recognition is a testament to the extraordinary dedication of our teams across Michigan Medicine to delivering exceptional care for every patient who comes through our doors," David Miller, CEO of Michigan Medicine, said in a news release.
State of play: Michigan's second-best hospital is Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak, per U.S. News. Corewell Health had five hospitals in the state's top 10.
- Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals-Blodgett and Butterworth were tied for third best, with Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital.
- The highest-ranked Detroit hospital came tied for 10th, Henry Ford Hospital.
- Henry Ford Health had two locations in the top 10.
When it came to children's hospitals, the best in the Mitten State was University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor.
- Second, in Grand Rapids, was Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.
- Detroit's Children's Hospital of Michigan came in third.
How it works: Hospitals are ranked using a variety of data— for example, Medicare claims, survival rates for serious cases, patient experience, whether patients can go home after being discharged instead of being moved to another type of facility, and prevention of complications from outpatient procedures.
Reality check: The ratings are a "starting point," U.S. News cautions. Decisions should be made with your doctors, also including factors like nearness to your home and your insurance.