Marshall Health Network hospitals recognized by Healthgrades for commitment to quality care and exceptional outcomes

Marshall Health Network hospitals continue to be recognized among the nation’s best for quality specialty care, according to new data from Healthgrades, the leading resource for connecting patients to top-performing hospitals and physicians.

This year’s achievements highlight the continued progress of Cabell Huntington Hospital (CHH) and St. Mary’s Medical Center (SMMC) in advancing patient outcomes, safety and satisfaction. CHH earned numerous awards across several specialties, while SMMC was recognized for excellence in select areas of care — together reflecting the network’s mission to elevate health care across the Tri-State.

Marshall Health Network – Cabell Huntington Hospital

CHH was named No. 3 in the state of West Virginia for Pulmonary Care in 2026. In addition, CHH was among America’s 100 Best Hospitals in the following areas:

• Joint Replacement for 15 years in a row (2012-2026)
• Orthopedic Surgery for eight years in a row (2019-2026)
• Stroke Care for four years in a row (2023-2026)
• Pulmonary Care for three years in a row (2024-2026)

CHH was the recipient of Healthgrades Excellence Awards in the following specialties:

• Joint Replacement for 19 years in a row (2008-2026)
• Orthopedic Surgery for nine years in a row (2018-2026)
• Neuroscience for six years in a row (2021-2026)
• Cranial Neurosurgery for six years in a row (2021-2026)
• Stroke Care for six years in a row (2021-2026)
• Pulmonary Care for four years in a row (2023-2026)

CHH was named among the top 5 percent in the nation for the following specialties:

• Joint Replacement for 16 years in a row (2011-2026)
• Overall Orthopedic Services for two years in a row (2025-2026)
• Treatment of Stroke for four years in a row (2023-2026)
• Overall Pulmonary Services for four years in a row (2023-2026)
• Cranial Neurosurgery for two years in a row (2025-2026)
• Neurosciences for the first time

Finally, CHH was five-star rated in the following specialties:

• Total Knee Replacement for 19 years in a row (2008-2026)
• Total Hip Replacement for nine years in a row (2018-2026)
• Hip Fracture Treatment for four years in a row (2023-2026)
• Cranial Neurosurgery for eight years in a row (2019-2026)
• Treatment of Stroke for eight years in a row (2019-2026)
• Treatment of Heart Attack for the first time
• Treatment of Heart Failure for four years in a row (2023-2026)
• Spinal Fusion Surgery for the first time
• Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease for four years in a row (2023-2026)
• Treatment of Pneumonia for four years in a row (2023-2026)
• Treatment for Sepsis for nine years in a row (2018-2026)
• Treatment of Pulmonary Embolism for three years in a row (2024-2026)
• Treatment of Respiratory Failure for 11 years in a row (2016-2026)

Marshall Health Network - St. Mary’s Medical Center

SMMC was five-star rated in the following specialties:

• Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease for two years in a row (2025-2026)
• Treatment of Pneumonia for two years in a row (2025-2026)
• Treatment of Respiratory Failure for two years in a row (2025-2026)

“Every day, our teams live our mission of advancing health, inspiring hope and serving you,” said Hoyt Burdick, MD, chief medical officer, MHN. “The recognition from Healthgrades reaffirms that commitment and highlights the exceptional work being done across our system to ensure patients receive safe, effective and compassionate care year after year."

Healthgrades specialty awards are based on patient outcomes, evaluating risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates for common conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide to identify the top hospitals in key areas. Patients can visit Healthgrades’ Specialty Excellence Patient Advocate Center to learn more about how Healthgrades identified the top-performing hospitals for specialty care.

For a complete list of MHN patient care and quality awards, visit www.marshallhealthnetwork.org/about.