HSS Maintains Orthopedic Dominance with 17th Consecutive No. 1 Ranking
Event summary
- HSS secured its 17th consecutive No. 1 ranking in orthopedics and No. 3 in rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report for 2026-2027.
- The hospital treated over 258,016 patients with musculoskeletal conditions in 2025 and performed more than 45,864 orthopedic surgical procedures.
- HSS boasts the lowest readmission rates in the nation for orthopedics and among the lowest infection and complication rates.
- The hospital is designated a Medical Center of Excellence by FIFA and serves as the official hospital for over 25 sports teams and leagues.
The big picture
HSS's sustained dominance in orthopedics underscores the value of specialized care in an increasingly fragmented healthcare landscape. The hospital's ability to attract patients from across the globe highlights its role as a destination for complex musculoskeletal conditions, positioning it favorably amid industry shifts toward precision medicine and value-based care.
What we're watching
- Sustainability of Dominance
- Whether HSS can maintain its leadership position amid increasing competition in specialized orthopedic care.
- Innovation Pace
- The pace at which HSS translates advancements in AI, data science, and precision medicine into clinical outcomes.
- Geographic Expansion
- How effectively HSS can scale its model beyond the New York metropolitan region to other U.S. markets and internationally.