Fitch, Moody's Reports Identify 87 Financially Strong Health Systems
Becker's Hospital Review compiles a list of 87 U.S. health systems that credit rating agencies Fitch Ratings and Moody's Investors Service identified in 2026 reports as having strong operational metrics and solid financial positions. The list, described as non-exhaustive, includes systems such as AdventHealth, Ascension, Banner Health, BJC Health and Bon Secours Mercy Health, each with specific credit ratings and stable outlooks tied to factors like market share, balance sheet strength, geographic diversification and operating performance. Rating agencies cite drivers including merger integration, ambulatory and outpatient expansion, and disciplined cost management. The compilation offers a snapshot of hospital sector credit health rather than reporting a single new rating action.