Best hospitals in Los Angeles, CA
3 CMS top-rated hospitals Β· 3 at 5 stars Β· mean GUHQI 93.6/100 Β· April 2026
What are the best-rated hospitals in Los Angeles, CA?
As of April 2026, Los Angeles, CA has 3 hospitals rated 4 or 5 stars by CMS (3 at the top 5-star level). Ranked by the Gera US Hospital Quality Index, Keck Hospital Of Usc leads with a GUHQI of 97.3/100 (CMS 5 stars). The city's mean GUHQI across these hospitals is 93.6/100. All figures are from real CMS Hospital Care Compare open data.
| Hospital | CMS stars | GUHQI | Type | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keck Hospital Of Usc | 5 stars | 97.3 (Exceptional) | Acute Care Hospitals | No |
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | 5 stars | 92.6 (High performing) | Acute Care Hospitals | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Los Angeles | 5 stars | 90.9 (High performing) | Acute Care Hospitals | No |
Each hospital name links to its full CMS quality profile. Ratings are from CMS Hospital Care Compare and can be several months old β always check the latest detail before making a healthcare decision.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the best hospital in Los Angeles, CA?
- By the Gera US Hospital Quality Index (GUHQI), the highest-rated hospital in Los Angeles, CA is Keck Hospital Of Usc, with a CMS 5 stars and a GUHQI of 97.3/100 (Exceptional tier) as of April 2026. This is based on real CMS Hospital Care Compare data, not opinion.
- How many top-rated hospitals are in Los Angeles, CA?
- Los Angeles, CA has 3 hospitals rated 4 or 5 stars by CMS in the April 2026 dataset, of which 3 hold the top 5-star rating. Their mean Gera US Hospital Quality Index is 93.6/100.
- What does the CMS star rating measure?
- The CMS Overall Star Rating is a 1β5 summary of hospital quality across mortality, safety of care, readmission, patient experience (HCAHPS), and timely & effective care. It is published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is a public-domain government dataset.
- Where does this hospital data come from?
- All ratings are from the CMS Hospital Care Compare "Hospital General Information" dataset (identifier xubh-q36u), as of April 2026. Ratings can be several months old β always check the latest detail on CMS Hospital Care Compare and consult your clinician before deciding.
Choosing care in Los Angeles, CA?
Los Angeles, CA has 3 CMS top-rated hospitals, led by Keck Hospital Of Usc (GUHQI 97.3/100). A GeraClinic care navigator can help you interpret these ratings, prepare questions for your provider, and plan your next step β with a clinician available online.
Contains public sector information published by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and licensed under the U.S. Public Domain (federal government work). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services β Hospital Care Compare (Hospital General Information) (April 2026, published 28 April 2026).
Informational/educational only β not a substitute for professional medical advice; a clinician interprets results.