Northwest Texas Healthcare System Named Among Best Hospitals for Heart Attack and Heart Failure by U.S. News & World Report

Northwest Texas Healthcare System (NWTHS) has been recognized as one of the best hospitals in the country for Heart Attack and Heart Failure by U.S. News & World Report in their 2024-2025 edition of Best Hospitals. This prestigious recognition highlights NWTHS’s commitment to providing high-quality care to its community.

Jason Barrett, CEO of the healthcare system, expressed pride in the achievement, attributing it to the hard work of the medical providers and staff. He emphasized the importance of offering top-notch care to keep friends and families close to home.

U.S. News evaluated nearly 5,000 hospitals across various specialties and procedures, with only 11% earning a Best Hospitals ranking. Factors such as clinical outcomes, level of nursing care, and patient experience were considered in the evaluation process.

Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News, highlighted the significance of the “Best Hospital” recognition in empowering patients to make informed healthcare decisions.

The methodology used by U.S. News to determine the Best Hospitals rankings includes objective measures such as risk-adjusted mortality rates, preventable complications, and level of nursing care. The data used in the analysis comes from millions of records provided by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

For more information on the Best Hospitals rankings, visit their website and use the hashtag #BestHospitals on social media platforms. NWTHS’s recognition is a testament to their dedication to providing exceptional care to their patients.