Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley Among Hospitals Patients Would Highly Recommend

Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley has been recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of 464 hospitals patients would highly recommend, a national distinction that reflects exceptional patient experience, trust, and satisfaction.

The recognition is based on patient experience data highlighting hospitals that rank among the highest nationwide for overall satisfaction and likelihood to recommend. With a patient experience score of 91 percent — placing the hospital in the top 9 percent of hospitals across the country — Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley stands out for delivering compassionate, high-quality care that resonates with patients and families.

Since opening in 2018, the 25-bed hospital has brought big-city medical resources into a close-knit mountain community. Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley provides emergency services, advanced imaging, intensive care, surgery and specialty care — services that once required residents to travel long distances down the hill.

As a Joint Commission–accredited critical access hospital, Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley connects community members with experts in cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, nephrology and more, allowing patients to receive specialized care without leaving Tehachapi.

The hospital also offers swing bed care, a short-term recovery program for patients who need additional skilled nursing and therapy following surgery, illness or injury before returning home. This program allows patients to heal close to home, surrounded by family support — an important contributor to recovery and overall satisfaction.

Investing in its caregivers is equally important. Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley supports its team through mentorship opportunities, clinical learning programs and a nurse residency initiative. These efforts help maintain low staff turnover, foster engagement and ensure continuity of care — all of which play a critical role in patient experience.

Becker’s Hospital Review’s list of hospitals patients would highly recommend highlights organizations nationwide that excel in creating meaningful, positive care experiences, and strong patient-provider relationships.