Both Cedars-Sinai and NewYork-Presbyterian are excellent hospitals with national recognition. Cedars-Sinai stands out for its high patient satisfaction and low mortality rates, while NewYork-Presbyterian excels in its low infection rates and wide insurance acceptance. The choice between the two may depend on individual needs and priorities, such as specialty care requirements, location, and insurance coverage.
| Attribute | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles | NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital Ranking (US News & World Report) | Named to the Honor Roll for the ninth consecutive year and tied for #1 in California and Los Angeles in U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals 2024-25" rankings. In 2022, it was ranked the second-best hospital in the nation. | Ranked among the best hospitals in the US, #7 in the nation in 2022, top hospital in New York for 21 years. |
| Specialty Rankings | U.S. News & World Report ranked Cedars-Sinai among the best in 11 specialties nationwide. High rankings include Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery (#2), Gastroenterology & GI Surgery (#2), Orthopedics (#2), Pulmonology & Lung Surgery (#2), Neurology & Neurosurgery (#5), Urology (#5), Diabetes & Endocrinology (#7, tied), Obstetrics & Gynecology (#7), Geriatrics (#8), Cancer (#14), and Ear, Nose & Throat (#19). Four specialties were ranked #1 in California: Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery, Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Orthopedics. | Top 20 nationally in 14 of 15 specialties, including Cardiology and Heart Surgery, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Psychiatry, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Urology, Geriatrics, Orthopedics, and Rheumatology. Also recognized as a top children's hospital. |
| Patient Satisfaction Scores | Patients gave an overall rating of 91 out of 100. 93 out of 100 patients would recommend the hospital. | Overall rating of 89 out of 100, 90 out of 100 patients would recommend the hospital, scores continue to improve. |
| Mortality Rates | Cedars-Sinai's mortality rates have remained among the lowest in the U.S. | Mortality rate is 0.58, better than expected. Death rates for COPD, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, and stroke patients are better than the national rate. |
| Infection Rates | Cedars-Sinai's standardized infection ratio (SIR) is 1.093. | CAUTI rate: 0.59. C. difficile infection rates: 0.19. Infection rates consistently rank below the New York State average (NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital). |
| Availability of Advanced Technology | Known for its advanced technology and facilities, including state-of-the-art operating rooms and a comprehensive cancer center. It is a leading medical center for robotic surgical innovation. Cedars-Sinai is the first program in the western United States to offer microsurgical robotic capabilities. | Utilizes advanced machines for robotic surgery in various disciplines, including cardiac, thoracic, gynecology, and urology. |
| ER Wait Times | The average time spent in the ER is 240 minutes. | Not available |
| Number of Beds | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has 915 beds. Other sources mention 877 or 886 licensed beds. | Over 4,000 beds in total. NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center has 862 beds. NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia has 738 beds. |
| Teaching Hospital Affiliation | Cedars-Sinai is a teaching hospital affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. | Non-profit academic medical center, primary teaching hospital for Weill Cornell Medicine and Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. |
| Insurance Acceptance | Not available | Accepts a wide range of insurance plans; check with your insurance provider to confirm coverage. |
| Languages Spoken by Staff | Approximately 10 languages are spoken at Cedars-Sinai, including Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish, French, and Arabic. Multilingual staff and interpreter services are available. | Not available |
| Parking and Transportation Options | The hospital is accessible by public transportation and offers parking. Valet and self-parking are available in various locations. | Subway: Q train to 72nd Street (Weill Cornell), #1 train to 215th and 225th Street stations (The Allen Hospital). Bus: M31, M15, M66, and M72. Car: Directions available from FDR Drive and George Washington Bridge. Parking Garages: Greenberg Pavilion Garage, Helmsley Medical Tower Garage, Laurence G. Payson House Garage. Valet parking available. |