Awards and Accreditations at Ballad Health

Our team members make a difference in the lives of our patients every day, and their hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed.

Because of these dedicated individuals, working together throughout our region, numerous Ballad Health hospitals and physician practices have been awarded high-ranking accolades, in recognition of the exceptional care and services our teams provide.

Systemwide healthcare awards

Named Best-In-State Employer

Forbes named Ballad Health a Best-In-State Employer in Virginia in 2025. 

Together, we are transforming our region. We’re making communities healthier. We’re expanding access to critical services in rural areas. We’re investing in health research and medical education.

Ballad Health is seeking compassionate individuals who are excited about making a difference and caring for those in need.

Want to join our team?

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Forbes – America’s Best-In-State Employers 2025
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American Medical Association Joy in Medicine Badge for 2025-2026

Joy in Medicine health system

Ballad Health Medical Associates has earned a national bronze-level award from the American Medical Association as a Joy in Medicine® Health System organization for 2025. 

This honor recognizes healthcare organizations that work hard to support their doctors and reduce burnout. Ballad Health is the only group in Tennessee to receive this recognition, showing its strong commitment to creating a positive and supportive workplace. 

The award highlights teamwork, leadership and a focus on making healthcare better for both providers and patients.

Our award-winning hospital system

These awards belong to the team members, clinicians and practitioners, who are a testament to the unwavering commitment to excellence our patients expect and deserve.

Overall hospital care

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Patient Safety in Overall Medical Care - 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Holston Valley Medical Center

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Patient Safety in Overall Medical Care at Johnston Memorial Hospital - 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Johnston Memorial Hospital

Trauma and orthopedic care

For trauma care

Awards badge for #1 Hospital in Tennessee for Patient Safety in Trauma Care – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
#1 Hospital in Tennessee
Johnson City Medical Center

Orthopedic care

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in Tennessee for Patient Safety in Orthopedic Care - 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Johnson City Medical Center

Cardiovascular care

For heart attack care and treatment

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Medical Excellence in Heart Attack Treatment – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Johnston Memorial Hospital and Lonesome Pine Hospital

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Patient Safety in Heart Attack Treatment – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Johnson City Medical Center

  • Quantros named Johnson City Medical Center in the top 10% of hospitals in the nation for patient safety in heart attack treatment in its 2023 CareChex® awards.

For abdominal aortic aneurysm repair

Healthgrades Five-Star for Repair of Abdominal Aorta Medallion
Holston Valley Medical Center

U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair Badge
Holston Valley Medical Center

For aortic valve surgery

U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital for Aortic Valve Surgery 2025-2026 badge
Holston Valley Medical Center

For interventional carotid care

Healthgrades Five-Star for Carotid Surgery Medallions
5-Star Rating
Holston Valley Medical Center

Awards badge for Top 100 Hospital in the Nation for Patient Safety in Interventional Carotid Care – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 100 in Nation
Johnson City Medical Center

For major cardiac and vascular surgery

Healthgrades #1 in State for Vascular Surgery
#1 in State
Holston Valley Medical Center

Healthgrades America’s 50 Best Vascular Surgery Medallion
America’s 50 Best
Holston Valley Medical Center

Healthgrades Vascular Surgery Excellence Award Medallion
Excellence Award
Holston Valley Medical Center

Healthgrades Five-Star for Peripheral Vascular Bypass Medallion
5-Star Rating
Holston Valley Medical Center

For pacemaker implantation

U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital for Pacemaker Implantation 2025-2026 Badge
Holston Valley Medical Center

For transcatheter aortic valve replacements

U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement 2025-2026 badge
Holston Valley Medical Center

Neurological care

Award badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Patient Safety in Neurological Care – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Bristol Regional Medical Center and Holston Valley Medical Center

For stroke care

  • Quantros named Johnson City Medical Center in the top 10% of hospitals in the nation for patient safety in stroke care in its 2024 CareChex® awards.

Surgical care

For colon cancer surgery

U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital for Back Surgery 2025-2026 Badge
Holston Valley Medical Center

U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital for Colon Cancer Surgery 2025-2026 badge
Holston Valley Medical Center

For gallbladder removal

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Medical Excellence in Gall Bladder Removal – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Bristol Regional Medical Center

Awards badge for Top 100 Hospital in the Nation for Patient Safety in Gall Bladder Removal – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 100 in Nation
Bristol Regional Medical Center

For gynecological cancer surgery

U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital for Gynecological Cancer Surgery 2025-2026 Badge
Holston Valley Medical Center

For hip fracture and hip replacement

U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital for Hip Fracture 2025-2026 Badge
Holston Valley Medical Center

U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital for Hip Replacement 2025-2026 Badge
Holston Valley Medical Center

For major bowel procedures

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Patient Safety in Major Bowel Procedures – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Bristol Regional Medical Center

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Medical Excellence in Major Bowel Procedures – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Lonesome Pine Hospital

Pulmonary care

For general pulmonary care

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Patient Safety in Pulmonary Care – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Bristol Regional Medical Center

For pneumonia care

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Patient Safety in Pneumonia Care – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Bristol Regional Medical Center and Johnson City Medical Center

For chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Medical Excellence in COPD Care – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Johnston Memorial Hospital

Additional awards in other care areas

For diabetes

U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital for Diabetes 2025-2026 Badge
Holston Valley Medical Center

For gastrointestinal care

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Patient Safety in Gastrointestinal Care – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Bristol Regional Medical Center

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Medical Excellence in Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Norton Community Hospital

For sepsis care

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Medical Excellence in Sepsis Care – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Lonesome Pine Hospital and Indian Path Community Hospital

Awards badge for Top 10% Hospital in the Nation for Patient Safety in Sepsis Care – 2024 CareChex by Quantros
Top 10% in Nation
Holston Valley Medical Center