Becker's Healthcare April 15, 2024
Kelly Gooch

U.S. News & World Report has recognized 26 maternity care hospitals in 13 states that achieved excellent outcomes among Black patients.

The media company examined high-performing maternity care hospitals and identified 26 achieving excellent outcomes for cesarean section and unexpected newborn complications among Black patients.

The hospitals recognized during Black Maternal Health Week were rated high performing in U.S. News’ “Best Hospitals for Maternity Care” list, served at least 20 Black patients annually and had newborn complication rates of less than 2.62% and C-section rates of less than 23.9% (among hospitals providing a higher level of care) or 23.6% (among hospitals not providing a higher level of care) among Black patients.

The 26 hospitals recognized by U.S. News:

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