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ByRachel Rabkin Peachman,
Forbes Staff.
1. These are Forbes’ first-ever hospital ratings. Why is Forbes entering this space now?
Healthcare quality can vary dramatically among hospitals. The differences between high-quality facilities and low-quality facilities can substantially impact health outcomes. But it’s not always clear to patients which hospitals are more likely to deliver effective, timely and high-quality care. In fact, it has become increasingly difficult for many patients to navigate the United States healthcare system.
