Comparing 4 maternity hospitals in Little Rock, AR using official CMS quality ratings and safety data to help you choose the safest place to give birth.
Arkansas Heart Hospital, Llc
(501) 219-7000
Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock
(501) 202-2000
Chi-St Vincent Infirmary
(501) 552-3000
Uams Medical Center
(501) 686-5000
What Is a Birthing-Friendly Hospital?
The CMS Birthing-Friendly designation recognizes hospitals that have implemented best practices for maternity care, including reducing C-section rates for low-risk births and promoting evidence-based care during labor and delivery.
In Little Rock, 2 of 4 hospitals are Birthing-Friendly: Uams Medical Center, Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock.
Hospital Safety Comparison
Compare safety scores for all 4 hospitals in Little Rock. Higher safety scores and lower mortality concerns indicate better patient outcomes.
| Hospital | Overall Rating | Safety Score | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Heart Hospital, Llc | 4/5 | 0/4 above avg | No |
| Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock | 3/5 | 3/8 above avg | Yes |
| Chi-St Vincent Infirmary | 3/5 | 2/6 above avg | No |
| Uams Medical Center | 2/5 | 1/8 above avg | Yes |
How to Choose a Hospital for Birth in Little Rock
Choosing where to give birth is one of the most important decisions during pregnancy. Here are key questions to ask when touring hospitals in Little Rock:
- What is the hospital’s C-section rate for low-risk births?
- Does the hospital have a NICU, and what level of neonatal care is available?
- What are the hospital’s policies on birth plans, doulas, and support persons?
- Is the hospital designated as CMS Birthing-Friendly?
- What pain management options are available (epidurals, nitrous oxide, hydrotherapy)?
- What is the nurse-to-patient ratio in labor and delivery?
- Does the hospital offer lactation support and skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many hospitals are in Little Rock, AR?
There are 4 CMS-certified hospitals in Little Rock, AR. Of these, 2 have earned the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation.
What is the best-rated hospital in Little Rock for giving birth?
The highest-rated hospital in Little Rock is Arkansas Heart Hospital, Llc with a CMS rating of 4/5.
What does Birthing-Friendly mean?
The Birthing-Friendly designation is awarded by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to hospitals that meet quality benchmarks for maternity care, including lower C-section rates and better birth outcomes.
