Dec 10, 2024

Via Christi Manhattan recognized among U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals for Maternity Care in 2025

Posted Dec 10, 2024 5:43 PM

Manhattan, Kan. — Dec. 10, 2024 — For the fourth year in a row, Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan has been named as a 2025 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report.

Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan received the High Performing designation based on its strong performance in key areas such as low rates of severe unexpected newborn complications, implementation of birthing-friendly practices, and commitment to transparency on racial and ethnic disparities, among other quality measures.

Additionally, U.S. News recognized Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan as a Maternity Care Access Hospital, for its essential role in serving underserved communities at risk of becoming maternity care deserts. Only 118 hospitals – representing just 14% of all evaluated hospitals – earned this distinction for their critical contributions to maternity care access.

“Receiving this recognition by U.S. News for four consecutive years reflects the unwavering dedication of our maternal care teams at the Birth and Women's Center to provide exceptional care with compassion and expertise,” said Bob Copple, hospital president. 

Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan has also achieved a 4-star rating in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Hospital Quality Star Ratings and was one of 350 hospitals nationwide to receive a 5-star rating for cleanliness. The hospital received an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group and was selected as one of America's Best-in-State Hospitals 2025 by Newsweek and Statista.