Methodist Hospitals has earned recognition in the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings, achieving High Performing status in five key areas of care: COPD, Diabetes, Heart Failure, Kidney Disease, and Stroke. This is the highest distinction a hospital can earn in the U.S. News Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings.
Nationally Recognized Care in Northwest Indiana
U.S. News & World Report evaluates more than 4,400 hospitals each year, measuring outcomes across 15 adult specialties and 22 procedures and conditions. Only one-third of hospitals nationwide achieve a High Performing rating. Methodist Hospitals’ recognition across multiple disciplines reflects our strong commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care for our patients and communities in Gary, Merrillville, and beyond.
What High Performing Means for Patients
The High Performing designation signals that patients at Methodist Hospitals can expect excellent outcomes in challenging health conditions such as
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Diabetes
• Heart Failure
• Kidney Disease
• Stroke
These awards are based on rigorous data analysis, including risk-adjusted mortality rates, preventable complications, nursing quality, and more than 800 million records of patient care nationwide.
A Message from Our Leadership
“We are extremely proud to be recognized across several key disciplines by U.S. News & World Report,” said Matt Doyle, President and CEO of Methodist Hospitals. “These distinctions transcend individual specialties and reflect the overall quality of care we provide. I am deeply grateful to our physicians, nurses, and staff whose expertise, compassion, and dedication make achievements like this possible for our patients and community.”
Our Commitment to Quality
Methodist Hospitals remains dedicated to excellence in patient care, safety, and outcomes. Whether patients are managing a chronic condition or facing a medical emergency, our nationally recognized care team is here to provide advanced treatment options, compassionate support, and the highest standards of clinical quality.