Best Hospitals in Santa Barbara, CA — 2025 Guide
Santa Barbara has 3 Medicare-certified hospitals. The top-rated hospital is Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital with a Safety Score of 7.5/10. The average safety score across all Santa Barbara hospitals is 6.3/10.
Of the 3 hospitals in Santa Barbara, 2 offer emergency services. When looking for emergency care in Santa Barbara, CA, we recommend checking our scores and calling ahead to confirm availability.
How to Choose a Hospital in Santa Barbara
When choosing a hospital in Santa Barbara, consider the Safety Score, CMS star rating, and whether the hospital offers emergency services or birth-friendly care. Our scores are based on official CMS Medicare data including mortality rates, patient safety incidents, and readmission rates.
Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, 2024. For informational use only.