MONEY ANNOUNCES BEST HOSPITALS & OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDICINES

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Mar 14, 2024, 11:25 ET

Personal Finance Platform Analyzes Hundreds of Data Points for Consumers to Make Health Decisions

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico , March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Personal finance digital platform Money today announced the release of two new flagship rankings: Best Hospitals and Best Over-the-Counter Drugs. The latter was created in partnership with Drugs.com. Both of these destinations will give readers up-to-date information on the best hospitals and over-the-counter drugs, with Money's longstanding value perspective for readers.

The Best Hospitals list, launched in January 2024, is based on an analysis of more than 13,500 data points; the report ranks facilities across the U.S. by mortality rates, safety and patient satisfaction, as well as on billing accuracy and the experience levels of the hospitals’ doctors.

The Best OTC Drugs identifies more than 1,000 non-prescription products in about 150 categories, based on expert judgments by pharmacists and user reviews by consumers, among other data.

"These two new flagship editorial initiatives allow everyone to make the best decisions regarding spending in a crucial aspect of their lives," says executive editor Mike Ayers. "We hope this destination will help those looking to understand the financial implications of the health marketplace and where the best values exist."

Numerous recent studies continue to find that the impact of health-related costs are a burden to many families. The Best Hospitals list, launched in January 2024, is based on an analysis of more than 13,500 data points; the report ranks facilities across the U.S. by mortality rates, safety and patient satisfaction, as well as on billing accuracy and the experience levels of the hospitals' doctors.

Subsequently, more specialized lists will come out throughout the year, starting in March. Those will include America's best hospitals for:

Maternity
Pediatrics
Cancer Treatment
Cardiology
Bariatric Surgery
Plastic Surgery

The Best OTC Drugs identifies more than 1,000 non-prescription products in about 150 categories, based on expert judgments by pharmacists and user reviews by consumers, among other data. The covered categories include:

Vitamins and Supplements
Cough, Cold, Flu and Allergy Products
Cut, Burn and Bite Treatments
Gastrointestinal Products
OTC products for children

Both of these new flagship experiences will live under Money.com/health.

ABOUT MONEY:

Money has a 50-plus-year legacy of guiding people to financial victories with up-to-date information, education, and tools. Money.com, a digital destination, helps create richer lives for everyone—in every sense of the word. Signature franchises include a bevy of Best-In categories such as Best Places to Live, Best Colleges, Best Mortgage Lenders, Best Life Insurance, Best Auto Insurance, Best Homeowner Insurance, Best High-Yield Savings Accounts, Best Credit Cards, Best Student Loans, and Best Student Loan Refinance Companies, with an aim to improve your finances and promote your well-being.

About Drugs.com:

Drugs.com is the most popular, comprehensive and up-to-date source of drug information online. The site provides free, peer-reviewed, accurate and independent data on more than 24,000 prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines & natural products.

SOURCE Money