Both Johns Hopkins Hospital and Cleveland Clinic are exceptional medical institutions with national recognition and comprehensive services. Cleveland Clinic boasts a larger network and global recognition, while Johns Hopkins excels in research and patient experience. The choice depends on individual needs and preferences regarding location, specific specialties, and network size.
| Attribute | Johns Hopkins Hospital (Baltimore, MD) | Cleveland Clinic (Cleveland, OH) |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital ranking (national/regional) | Nationally ranked in all 11 specialties at Johns Hopkins Children ’s Center. Top-ranked hospital in the nation (U.S. News & World Report ’s 2024-25). Ranked No. 1 in Maryland, the Baltimore metropolitan area, and the Mid-Atlantic region. Twelve medical specialties ranked among the top 10, with rheumatology ranked No. 1 for the 20th consecutive year. | #1 hospital for cardiology, heart, and vascular surgery in the U.S. and #1 in Ohio (U.S. News & World Report). No. 2 hospital in the world (Newsweek). No. 4 hospital in America in 2019 (U.S. News & World Report). Four of the Top 7 hospitals in Ohio are Cleveland Clinic hospitals. |
| Specialty services offered | Neurology, neurosurgery, otolaryngology, psychiatry, rheumatology, pediatric care, oncology, cardiology, and more than 50 departments and divisions. | Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery, Urology, Gastroenterology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pulmonology, Endocrinology, Neurosurgery and Neurology, Orthopedics, Oncology, Pediatrics, Rheumatology, Geriatrics, Emergency Services, Breast Services & Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Infectious Diseases |
| Patient satisfaction scores | Healthgrades gives the hospital an 82% patient experience rating, which is 16% higher than the national average. Focus on patient satisfaction using the HCAHPS survey. | Regularly earns national recognition for patient satisfaction and outstanding care. Recognized by Healthgrades for the Outstanding Patient Experience Award ™. Newsweek ’s rankings consider patient experience surveys. |
| Technology and equipment available | Robotic surgery, minimally invasive techniques, on-site diagnostic radiology, computed tomography (CT) scan, ultrasound, and MRI capabilities in the adult emergency department. | Recognized as the World's Best Smart Hospital by Newsweek. The Breast Center is equipped with state-of-the-art technology. They utilize advanced tools for a full range of imaging services. |
| Research and innovation programs | Biomedical research facility with over 600 clinical trials underway. Focus on developing new and minimally invasive techniques. | Leader in research, with the Lerner Research Institute. Focuses on research for a broad spectrum of diseases and conditions. The Global Center for Pathogen Research & Human Health focuses on pandemic threats. |
| Number of beds | Over 1,000 beds. Johns Hopkins Children ’s Center has 196 pediatric beds. | Main campus: more than 1,400 beds. Cleveland Clinic health system: 6,690 beds. |
| Teaching hospital status | Teaching hospital and biomedical research facility of the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Considered one of the founding institutions of modern American medicine. | Affiliated with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Also a teaching hospital for Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine. Cleveland Clinic Florida has been designated a Statutory Teaching Hospital. |
| Insurance plans accepted | Accepts Aetna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna Healthcare (except Cigna Connect and Cigna SureFit network plans), First Health, Humana, Johns Hopkins Health Plans, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid-Atlantic States, MultiPlan/PHCS/Beech Street, and UnitedHealthcare (except MDONEX or VAONEX plans). Participates with Medicare, but not contracted with most Medicare Advantage Plans. | Accepts a wide variety of insurance plans, including commercial plans, Medicare, and Medicaid. They accept group health plans nationally. Specific plans may vary by location. |
| Outpatient services | Wide range of outpatient services. Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center specializes in vascular surgery. The Levi Watkins, Jr., M.D., Outpatient Center offers various medical services. | 276 outpatient facilities. 19 family health and ambulatory surgery centers in surrounding communities. |
| Emergency services | Level I Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center. The adult emergency department has 71 patient care rooms, six trauma and critical care bays, and a 17-bed acute care observation unit. | 27 emergency departments (EDs) in Ohio and Florida. Community-based pediatric emergency departments. The main campus ED is a Level 1 accredited Geriatric ED. |
| Distance and accessibility | Located at 1800 Orleans St, Baltimore, MD 21287. The complex has over 80 entrances and receives 80,000 visitors weekly. | The main campus is near downtown Cleveland. |
| Physician expertise and reputation | Staff of over 1,700 doctors. More than 100 physicians recognized by Baltimore magazine as 2024 "Top Docs". | Recognized worldwide for its expertise and care. More than 5,743 salaried physicians and researchers representing 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. |
| Price | Not available | Not available |
| Overall Quality of Care | Recognized for America's 250 Best Hospitals Award. | Consistently recognized for its expertise and high-quality care. |
| Cons | Not available | Some Reddit users have reported issues with the phone system for appointments. |