A comprehensive guide to 10 maternity hospitals across Rhode Island, including CMS quality ratings, Birthing-Friendly designations, and safety data to help you find the best place to give birth.
Top 10 Hospitals in Rhode Island
The highest-rated hospitals for maternity care in Rhode Island, based on CMS overall quality ratings and safety data.
| # | Hospital | City | Rating | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Westerly Hospital | Westerly | ★★★★★ 5/5 | No |
| 2 | Newport Hospital | Newport | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | Yes |
| 3 | South County Hospital Inc | Wakefield | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | Yes |
| 4 | The Miriam Hospital | Providence | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | No |
| 5 | Our Lady Of Fatima Hospital | North Providence | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | No |
| 6 | Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island | Providence | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 7 | Roger Williams Medical Center | Providence | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | No |
| 8 | Rhode Island Hospital | Providence | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | No |
| 9 | Kent County Memorial Hospital | Warwick | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | Yes |
| 10 | Landmark Medical Center | Woonsocket | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | Yes |
Hospitals by City in Rhode Island
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Birthing-Friendly Hospitals in Rhode Island
This is close to the national average of 50%.
The CMS Birthing-Friendly designation recognizes hospitals that meet quality benchmarks for maternity care, including lower C-section rates for low-risk pregnancies and implementation of evidence-based birth practices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many hospitals for giving birth are in Rhode Island?
There are 10 CMS-certified hospitals in Rhode Island. Of these, 5 (50%) have earned the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation for quality maternity care.
What is the best hospital to give birth in Rhode Island?
Based on CMS data, Westerly Hospital in Westerly has the highest overall rating (5/5) in Rhode Island.
How many Birthing-Friendly hospitals are in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island has 5 Birthing-Friendly designated hospitals out of 10 total (50%). This is close to the national average of 50%.
