In its inaugural Best Home Health ranking, U.S. News & World Report evaluated more than 12,000 Medicare-certified agencies nationwide using CMS quality and patient experience data. Just over 11% (1,320 agencies) earned the Best Home Health distinction for exceeding national benchmarks in timely care, patient improvement outcomes, and reduced preventable hospitalizations.
Among the Southeast states highlighted:
- Florida: 106 top-rated agencies
- Louisiana: 77
- Alabama: 73
- Tennessee: 62
- Mississippi: 28
- Georgia: 26
Top-rated agencies began care on time for 99% of patients (compared to 94% nationally) and demonstrated stronger improvement rates in mobility and daily living activities, underscoring continued regional performance in home-based care quality.