U.S. News & World Report recently released its third annual list of “Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) 2026.” This year, 13 of Virtua’s 42 Ambulatory Surgery Centers achieved High Performing status in at least one specialty—an increase of seven from last year. Performance strengths were distributed across Orthopedics & Spine, Ophthalmology, Colonoscopy & Endoscopy, and Urology, reflecting system‑wide improvement and depth across service lines. These ratings serve as a vital resource for the millions of Americans opting for same-day surgical care in these specialties.
Ambulatory surgical centers provide streamlined, same-day surgical and diagnostic procedures, focusing on efficiency and patient comfort while reducing patient costs. This year, U.S. News & World Report evaluated 4,421 ASCs nationwide. Of those, only 911 (21%) have been designated as Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers, a distinction reserved for those that meet rigorous standards for patient safety and clinical outcomes.
The rankings are based on an analysis of Medicare fee-for-service claims from 2022–2024, focusing on patient safety, clinical outcomes, and the reduction of complications. The top-rated facilities have lower rates of ER visits and hospital admissions, and fewer complications.
“We are incredibly proud that 13 of our 42 Ambulatory Surgery Centers earned High Performing recognition from U.S. News & World Report,” said Barry Graf, senior vice president of partnerships and business development at Virtua Health. “This achievement reflects the skill, dedication, and unwavering commitment of our surgical teams, who consistently deliver exceptional care across a wide range of specialties. It’s a significant confirmation of the high‑quality, patient‑centered experience we strive to provide every day.”
The thirteen Virtua-affiliated ASCs listed below received a high-performing ranking.
2026 High-Performing Virtua ASCs
- Center for Ambulatory and Minimally Invasive Surgery (Eatontown, NJ) – Colonoscopy & Endoscopy
- Limestone Medical Center (Wilmington, DE) – Colonoscopy & Endoscopy, Ophthalmology
- The Endo Center at Voorhees (Voorhees, NJ) – Colonoscopy & Endoscopy
- Campus Eye Group (Hamilton, NJ) – Ophthalmology
- Ramapo Valley Surgical Center (Ramsey, NJ) – Ophthalmology
- Surgical Center of South Jersey (Mt Laurel, NJ) – Ophthalmology
- Delaware Surgery Center (Dover, DE) – Orthopedics & Spine
- Orthopaedic Specialists Surgi – Center (Newark, DE) – Orthopedics & Spine
- South Jersey Musculoskeletal Institute (Advanced Surgical Institute) (Sewell, NJ) – Orthopedics & Spine
- Vantage Surgery Center (Moorestown, NJ) – Orthopedics & Spine
- Huntingdon Valley Surgery Center (Huntingdon Valley, PA) – Urology
- Seashore Surgical Institute (Brick, NJ) – Urology
- Surgical Specialists at Princeton (Princeton, NJ) – Urology
About Virtua Health
Virtua Health is an academic health system committed to helping the people of South Jersey be well, get well, and stay well by providing the complete spectrum of advanced, accessible, and trusted health care services. Virtua’s 16,000 colleagues provide tertiary care, including renowned cardiology and transplant programs, complemented by a community-based care portfolio. In addition to five hospitals, two satellite emergency departments, 42 ambulatory surgery centers, and more than 400 other locations, Virtua brings health services directly into communities through Hospital at Home, physical therapy and rehabilitation, mobile screenings, and its paramedic program.
Virtua has 3,000 affiliated doctors and other clinicians, and its specialties include cardiovascular and gastrointestinal health, orthopedics, advanced surgery, and maternity. Virtua is academically affiliated with Rowan University, leading research, innovation, and immersive education at the Virtua Health College of Medicine & Life Sciences of Rowan University. Virtua is also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neuroscience, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
As a not-for-profit health system, Virtua is committed to the well-being of the community and provides innovative outreach programs that address social challenges affecting health, most notably the “Eat Well” food access initiative, which includes the unparalleled Eat Well Mobile Grocery Store. To help Virtua make a difference, visit GiveToVirtua.org.