One of America's 250 Best Hospitals

Atlantis, FL — HCA Florida JFK Hospital announced today that it is one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals for 2025, according to new research released by Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. This achievement reflects the hospitals unwavering commitment to exceptional patient care and puts the organization in the top 5 percent of hospitals nationwide for overall clinical performance for the second year in a row.

In addition to this recognition for overall clinical care, HCA Florida JFK Hospital is the recipient of numerous accolades related to its exceptional patient outcomes in key service areas, including surgical care, cardiac surgery, orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, vascular surgery, stroke care and pulmonary services. These achievements further underscore the organization’s dedication to clinical excellence, placing HCA Florida JFK Hospital among the upper echelon of hospitals nationwide.

“Our commitment to care excellence has a profound impact on the lives of our patients and their families “said Ken West, CEO. “Through investments in advanced technology, innovative processes, and strong leadership, we continue to enhance patient outcomes and elevate the care we provide. None of this would be possible without the dedication of our physicians, nurses and hospital colleagues, whose expertise and compassion make a difference every day.”

HCA Florida JFK Hospital’s achievements are based exclusively on what matters most: patient outcomes. To determine the top hospitals for 2025, Healthgrades evaluated risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates for over 30 of the most common conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide. Healthgrades’ annual analysis revealed significant performance gaps between the nation’s highest- and lowest-achieving hospitals, making it increasingly important to seek care at a top-rated facility. In fact, from 2021-2023, if all hospitals, as a group, had performed similarly to America’s 250 Best, on average, 174,081 lives could potentially have been saved.*

“As one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals, HCA Florida JFK Hospital is elevating the standard for quality care nationwide,” said Brad Bowman, MD, chief medical officer and head of data science at Healthgrades. “Healthgrades commends HCA Florida JFK Hospital for their ongoing leadership and commitment to providing the best possible care for all patients in and around Palm Beach County.”

As care variation grows, consumers must find and select a top-rated hospital to maximize their chances of a successful outcome. Consumers can visit healthgrades.com for guidance on how to find best-in-class care in 2025, with additional resources on how Healthgrades rates hospitals and why hospital quality matters available on the Healthgrades website.

*Statistics are based on Healthgrades analysis of MedPAR data for years 2021 through 2023 and represent three-year estimates for Medicare patients only. View the complete 2025 America’s Best Hospital Awards Methodology.