Aug. 19, 2026 – Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Washington Regional, has been named the No. 1 rehabilitation hospital in Arkansas by U.S. News & World Report in its 2026-2027 Best Rehabilitation Hospitals rankings.
The recognition places Encompass Health Fayetteville among fewer than one-third of rehabilitation hospitals nationwide that earned recognition from U.S. News, reflecting the hospital's commitment to delivering high-quality inpatient rehabilitation care for patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputation and other complex conditions.
"Being recognized as the No. 1 rehabilitation hospital in Arkansas reflects the exceptional care our team provides each day," said Sonja Buchanan, hospital CEO. "We are honored to help patients navigate their recovery journeys and achieve the highest level of independence possible after a life-changing illness or injury."
U.S. News evaluated 1,131 inpatient rehabilitation hospitals nationwide for its 2026-2027 rankings. Of those evaluated, 301 received recognition, placing them among the top-performing rehabilitation hospitals in the country.
As part of Encompass Health, the nation's largest owner and operator of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, Encompass Health Fayetteville provides specialized care designed to help patients regain independence and return to the activities that matter most. Patients receive at least three hours of physical, occupational and/or speech therapy five days per week, along with 24-hour nursing care and frequent physician visits. Care is delivered by an interdisciplinary team that includes physicians, nurses, therapists, dietitians, pharmacists and case managers.
U.S. News rankings are based on a variety of measures, including patient outcomes, quality of care, volume and expert opinion.
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