October 29, 2026 in Local, Top Stories

COVENANT HEALTH ROANE NAMED AMONG NEWSWEEK’S BEST-IN-STATE HOSPITALS FOR 2027

Covenant Health Roane, AKA Roane Medical Center, has been named to Newsweek’s prestigious “America’s Best-in-State Hospitals” list for 2027, earning regional recognition alongside fellow system facility Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center for exceptional quality, patient experience, and overall hospital performance.
The annual rankings, compiled in partnership with research firm Statista, evaluate hospitals using four core pillars:
  • Hospital quality metrics
  • Professional reputation and recommendations
  • Patient experience data
  • The implementation of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs)
Serving as a vital healthcare resource for Roane County and its surrounding communities, Covenant Health Roane provides a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services tailored to local families.
“Awards like this are really about our outstanding people,” said Mike Belbeck, executive vice president of operations for Covenant Health, emphasizing the dedication of the physicians, nurses, staff, and volunteers who drive the health system’s East Tennessee operations.
The full 2027 rankings were officially published by Newsweek on October 29 and will be featured in an upcoming print edition.


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