US EditionU.S. News Announces the 2025-2026 Best Children's Hospitals
U.S. News & World Report honored 86 pediatric hospitals including 10 on the Honor Roll and evaluated behavioral health programs amid growing mental health needs in children.
- On Oct. 7, 2025, U.S. News & World Report announced the 19th edition of Best Children's Hospitals 2025-26, honoring 86 top pediatric hospitals and an unchanged 10-hospital Honor Roll.
- The rankings draw on data collected from 118 children's hospitals and surveys of pediatric specialists, with methodology reflecting clinical outcomes, hospital resources, healthcare delivery, and expert opinion, U.S. News stated.
- Topping specific lists, Rady Children's ranks first in one category, Duke Children's is fourth, and Children's Hospital Colorado holds third place in specialty rankings.
- Hospitals warn that rising financial strain from Medicaid dependence could grow as states remove coverage, while U.S. News stated rankings help parents and caregivers find care and emphasize patient safety.
- Hospital leaders say that in the coming years rising costs and Medicaid cuts could strain pediatric hospitals, while U.S. News reduced data requests noting results remain stable.
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