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Best Hospitals in Washington, DC

Compare all 10 Medicare-certified hospitals in Washington by official CMS safety score, patient experience, and emergency availability. Data updated 2024.

10
Hospitals
4.0
Avg Score
7
With ER
0
5-Star CMS
5
Birth Friendly
All 10 Hospitals in Washington, DC — Ranked by Safety Score
1
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
📍 110 Irving Street Nw, 20010
🚨 ER 👶 Birth
4.8
D
2
Medstar Georgetown University Hospital
📍 3800 Reservoir Rd, 20007
🚨 ER 👶 Birth
4.8
D
3
Sibley Memorial Hospital
📍 5255 Loughboro Rd Nw, 20016
🚨 ER 👶 Birth
4.6
D
4
St Elizabeths Hospital
📍 1100 Alabama Avenue, Se, 20032
4.5
D
5
Psychiatric Institute Of Washington
📍 4228 Wisconsin Avenue, Nw, 20016
4.5
D
6
Children'S National Hospital
📍 111 Michigan Ave, Nw, 20010
🚨 ER
4.5
D
7
Washington Dc Va Medical Center
📍 50 Irving Street N.W., 20422
🚨 ER
4.3
D
8
United Medical Center
📍 1310 Southern Avenue Se, 20032
🚨 ER
3.5
F
9
George Washington Univ Hospital
📍 900 23Rd St Nw, 20037
🚨 ER 👶 Birth
2.3
F
10
Howard University Hospital Corp
📍 2041 Georgia Ave Nw, 20060
👶 Birth
1.8
F

Best Hospitals in Washington, DC — 2025 Guide

Washington has 10 Medicare-certified hospitals. The top-rated facility is Medstar Washington Hospital Center with a Safety Score of 4.8/10. The city average of 4.0/10 is below the national average. Of 10 hospitals, 7 provide emergency services.

Safety scores are based on official CMS Medicare data, updated 2024. For more information on how to choose a hospital, read our Hospital Selection Guide.

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer: This content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a licensed U.S. healthcare provider for personal medical decisions. In an emergency, call 911 immediately. Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), 2024.