Jones Memorial Hospital named a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health

Jones Memorial Hospital, in Wellsville, NY today announced it has been recognized as a 2026 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. The Top 100 awards program celebrates outstanding performance annually among the nation’s rural hospitals based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX®.

Jim Helms, President & CEO at Jones Memorial shared his gratitude for the recognition, stating “Being named to The Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals by The Chartis Center for Rural Health is an extraordinary honor for Jones Memorial Hospital and a testament to the dedication of our entire team. Every day, our physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers and support staff work tirelessly to ensure our patients receive high-quality, compassionate care close to home. This recognition reflects the years of hard work and commitment by the Jones associates to clinical excellence, operational strength and the long-term sustainability of rural healthcare in our region. We are proud to serve our community and remain focused on increasing access, innovation and exceptional outcomes for the patients and families who trust us with their care.”

“The delivery of care within rural communities is perhaps more complex today than at any point in recent memory. This year’s Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals have emerged as true leaders – committed to their mission through a powerful combination of resilience, dedication and innovation,” said Michael Topchik, Executive Director of The Chartis Center for Rural Health. “We’re delighted to recognize this year’s winners and celebrate their Top 100 status.”

Now in its 16th year, the INDEX is the industry’s most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural hospital performance. Leveraging publicly available data, the INDEX is utilized nationwide by rural hospitals, health systems with rural affiliates, hospital associations, and state offices of rural health to measure and monitor performance across a variety of areas impacting hospital operations, quality, patient perspective and finance.

Jones Memorial Board Chair, Dan Johnson stated, “The Chartis Center for Rural Health is a healthcare industry leader addressing critical priorities, including health equity, practitioner burnout, and rural health. I’m proud of the hard work and dedication of the medical staff and associates that have led to this prestigious recognition from this organization -- as the only rural hospital in NYS named by Chartis.”

3/5/2026