Comparing 6 maternity hospitals in Plano, TX using official CMS quality ratings and safety data to help you choose the safest place to give birth.
Baylor Sott & White The Heart Hospital Plano
(469) 814-3278
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Plano
(469) 814-2000
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
(972) 981-8000
Medical City Plano
(972) 596-6800
Texas Health Center For Diagnostics & Surgery
(972) 403-2700
Legent Surgical Hospital Plano
(972) 265-1050
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 Plano, 2 of 6 hospitals are Birthing-Friendly: Medical City Plano, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano.
Hospital Safety Comparison
Compare safety scores for all 6 hospitals in Plano. Higher safety scores and lower mortality concerns indicate better patient outcomes.
| Hospital | Overall Rating | Safety Score | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor Sott & White The Heart Hospital Plano | 5/5 | 2/3 above avg | No |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Plano | 4/5 | 2/7 above avg | No |
| Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano | 3/5 | 4/8 above avg | Yes |
| Medical City Plano | 2/5 | 2/8 above avg | Yes |
| Texas Health Center For Diagnostics & Surgery | Not rated | 0/2 above avg | No |
| Legent Surgical Hospital Plano | Not rated | N/A | No |
How to Choose a Hospital for Birth in Plano
Choosing where to give birth is one of the most important decisions during pregnancy. Here are key questions to ask when touring hospitals in Plano:
- 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 Plano, TX?
There are 6 CMS-certified hospitals in Plano, TX. Of these, 2 have earned the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation.
What is the best-rated hospital in Plano for giving birth?
The highest-rated hospital in Plano is Baylor Sott & White The Heart Hospital Plano with a CMS rating of 5/5.
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.
