Stamford Health Receives a Five Star Rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

STAMFORD, CT / May 15, 2026 – The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently updated their Overall Hospital Quality Star ratings, awarding Stamford Hospital five stars, the highest rating available from CMS. This year, Stamford Hospital was one of 4 hospitals in Connecticut and is among 12% of hospitals nationwide to receive five stars.

The CMS Overall Hospital Quality Star rating program measures performance across nearly 50 publicly reported quality measures, grouped into five domains: mortality, re-admission, safety, patient experience, and timely/effective care. Stamford Hospital performed strongly across these areas.

“The CMS Star recognition program evaluates performance across numerous measures and care areas, making this a significant quality and safety achievement for our organization,” said Rohit Bhalla, MD, MPH, Chief Clinical & Quality Officer at Stamford Health. “Because the program assesses so many aspects of care, this recognition is a true testament to the daily dedication of our physicians and staff.”

In addition to receiving 5 stars from CMS, Stamford Health is recognized by several other organizations for delivering expert, person-centered care, earning numerous national distinctions. Stamford Hospital is ranked the #1 Hospital in Fairfield County by U.S. News & World Report, has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Gold Standard Top Hospital for 2026, holds Magnet® status for nursing excellence, an “A” rating from The Leapfrog Group, is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care, and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.

“It is because of these awards and recognitions that Stamford Health is Connecticut’s most highly awarded hospital, and our five-star rating from CMS further exemplifies our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered care to the communities we serve,” remarked Kathleen Silard, President & CEO of Stamford Health. “I would like to thank our dedicated staff and physicians for their hard work and compassion to which we owe these achievements.”

ABOUT STAMFORD HEALTH

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 4,100 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.

Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as the #1 Hospital in Fairfield County. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.

Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and offers treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s nationally recognized heart and neurosurgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center has a robust collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.

Dedicated to being the community’s most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and X.

PRESS CONTACT

Andie Jodko, Communications Director
Stamford Health
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