Nearly 15,000 nursing homes nationwide were evaluated for the 2026 awards, with only 1,064 (7%) nursing homes nationwide and 71 nursing homes in New York State earning “high-performing” ratings in both categories
NYC Health + Hospitals announced that its five nursing homes have been ranked as “high-performing” in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Nursing Homes list for both Long-Term Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation. For the 2026 edition, U.S. News evaluated nearly 15,000 nursing homes on patient and resident outcomes, such as hospital readmission rates, staffing levels, and health inspection results. Only 1,064 (7%) nursing homes earned the “high-performing” ratings in both categories nationwide, and 71 in New York State. U.S. News’ annual evaluation of nursing homes is highly selective, recognizing fewer than 19% of the evaluated U.S. nursing homes as “Best Nursing Homes” as part of the 2026 ratings. This designation is reserved only for facilities that satisfy U.S. News’ rigorous, proprietary assessment criteria demonstrating a consistent and superior commitment to quality patient and resident care.
A High Performance designation was awarded to the following facilities:
· NYC Health + Hospitals/Carter for Long-Term Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation
· NYC Health + Hospitals/Coler for Long-Term Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation
· NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur for Long-Term Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation
· NYC Health + Hospitals/McKinney for Long-Term Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation
· NYC Health + Hospitals/Sea View for Long-Term Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation
NYC Health + Hospitals/Carter residents use state-of-the-art equipment to aid in their rehabilitation therapy. (Photo Credit: John Rae)
“We are honored that all of our post-acute care facilities have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes 2026 for excellence in long-term care and rehabilitation,” said NYC Health + Hospitals Senior Vice President for Post-Acute Care Khoi Luong, DO, MBA. “This collective designation reflects our ongoing commitment to high standards of care and the expertise of our interdisciplinary teams across each site — including nurses, physicians, rehabilitation therapists, social workers, and invaluable support staff — who ensure the day-to-day safety, dignity, and meaningful quality of life for every resident we serve.”
“U.S. News’ annual Best Nursing Homes ratings are designed to place the needs of patients and residents at the center of the selection process, equipping families with reliable, fact-driven metrics when making crucial care decisions,” said Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News. “We are proud to spotlight the nursing homes across the country that consistently demonstrate exceptional care quality and prioritize both the safety and long-term well-being of those they serve.”
The 2026 U.S. News Best Nursing Homes proprietary ratings feature a significant methodology update, expanding both the Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care ratings to include 17 distinct quality measures each, offering a comprehensive assessment, including but not limited to:
U.S. News Best Nursing Homes provide on average 20% more total staffing per resident per day compared to the national average. Top-performing skilled nursing facilities offer on average 80% more physical therapy per resident per day than the national average. Top-rated nursing homes have on average a 15% lower rate of hospitalizations for long-term residents compared to the national average. Rehab patients at the highest-performing skilled nursing facilities have on average a 33% lower rate of emergency room visits compared to the national average.
“Carter is elated and honored to again be recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes for excellence in long-term care and rehabilitation,” said NYC Health + Hospitals/Carter Chief Executive Officer Floyd R. Long, MBA, LNHA. “Achieving this recognition validates Carter’s daily commitment to delivering person-centered care that fosters a positive patient and resident experience. This would not have been possible without our staff providing compassionate, person-centered care and embracing a culture of safety. We plan to continue improving our performance and remaining a high-performing organization within our public health system.”
NYC Health + Hospitals/Sea View resident works with nursing team on range of motion and strength building exercises. (Credit: John Rae)
“Year after year, Sea View continues to be recognized as a top performing skilled nursing facility, both locally and afar. We are deeply humbled and appreciative for the continued recognition, and I am so happy for the staff, as this honor is directly attributed to their hard work and the compassionate care being delivered to our residents and patients,” said NYC Health + Hospitals/Sea View Chief Executive Officer Matthew Levy, MHA, LNHA. “Being recognized by U.S. News & World Report for 2026 Best Nursing Homes is a testament to our shared commitment to serve Staten Islanders, and those most vulnerable across the Greater New York area. To the entire Sea View team, take a bow!”
NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur Food & Dietary Services prepare for residents’ enhanced dining experience. (Credit: John Rae)
“As a top performing short-term rehabilitation facility, Gouverneur returns more patients to the community following rehabilitation than its peers, and consistently performs well on long-term care quality measures,” said NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur Chief Executive Officer Susan Sales, MPA, FACHE, LNHA. “The majority of our patients and residents come from our community, as do many of our employees, and we are proud to continue meeting the needs of New Yorkers every day. The high-performance ratings from U.S. News and World Report recognize our commitment to serve, and the quality of care provided by the Gouverneur Team.”
“We are honored and humbled to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes for 2026, listed among the nation’s high-performing facilities in long-term care and short-term rehabilitation,” said NYC Health + Hospitals/Coler Chief Executive Officer David Weinstein, MA, HSA, LNHA. “Without question, it is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and compassion of Coler’s entire team. This recognition reinforces our commitment to excellence and motivates us to continue to strive for positive outcomes for those we serve.”
“It’s been an amazing year for the NYC Health + Hospitals/McKinney team reaching major milestones in quality, resident-centered care, from its 5-Star CMS ratings across the board to earning high-performance ratings in both long-term care and short-term by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes 2026,” said NYC Health + Hospitals/McKinney Chief Executive Officer Daveth Forbes, MSN, RN, LNHA, NEA-BC, CPHQ. “I am grateful to our compassionate staff for their consistent professionalism, excellence, and dignified care that hundreds of families rely on to keep their loved ones safe and thriving. Congratulations, Team McKinney!”
"I am very proud of the exceptional public service performed by New York City Health + Hospitals throughout our entire community. This is especially true as it pertains to The Henry J. Carter Specialty Hospital and Nursing Facility in Harlem. It deserves all the awards, and I take comfort knowing what great care it takes of our Older New Yorkers,” said New York State Senator Cordell Cleare, Chair of the Senate Aging Committee.
“As Chair of the Assembly Committee on Aging and the representative for Roosevelt Island, I am proud to see Coler and our city’s public post-acute care facilities recognized for their high-quality long-term care and rehabilitation services. This achievement reflects the dedication of the clinicians and staff who ensure dignity, safety, and strong outcomes for the New Yorkers who depend on them,” said New York State Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright, Chair of the Assembly Committee on Aging.
"As a nurse and as Chair of the Council’s Committee on Hospitals, I am so proud and delighted to see our public post-acute facilities recognized among the nation’s best. These ratings speak to the compassion, expertise, and teamwork that define NYC Health + Hospitals,” said New York City Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. “Families across our great city can feel confident knowing their loved ones are receiving dignified, high-quality care from healthcare superheroes who lead with both skill and heart."
“As an active member of the Coler Community Advisory Board and Coler Auxiliary, I can attest to the improvements and upgrades at Coler over the last few years. When I needed short term rehabilitation, I did not hesitate and chose Coler for my treatment,” said Judith Berdy, Former Resident, Coler Auxiliary Chair and Roosevelt Island Historian. “As a short-term resident, I received excellent care by the medical and nursing staff, and the Physical and Occupational Therapy staff were extraordinary. The skills of the Coler team made my recovery easier than expected and I was able to return home in a shorter period. I congratulate all the recognized public long-term care facilities, especially Coler, where I continue to be a big fan, and share my care experiences with neighbors across Roosevelt Island.”
