A comprehensive guide to 14 maternity hospitals across Vermont, including CMS quality ratings, Birthing-Friendly designations, and safety data to help you find the best place to give birth.
Top 10 Hospitals in Vermont
The highest-rated hospitals for maternity care in Vermont, based on CMS overall quality ratings and safety data.
| # | Hospital | City | Rating | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southwestern Vermont Medical Center | Bennington | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | Yes |
| 2 | Gifford Medical Center | Randolph | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | No |
| 3 | Univ. Of Vermont – Fletcher Allen Health Care | Burlington | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 4 | Brattleboro Memorial Hospital | Brattleboro | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 5 | Northwestern Medical Center Inc | Saint Albans | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 6 | Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital | Saint Johnsbury | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 7 | Porter Hospital, Inc | Middlebury | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 8 | Copley Hospital | Morrisville | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | No |
| 9 | Central Vermont Medical Center | Barre | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | Yes |
| 10 | North Country Hospital And Health Center | Newport | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | No |
Hospitals by City in Vermont
Browse maternity hospitals by city. Cities with 3 or more hospitals have detailed comparison pages.
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Birthing-Friendly Hospitals in Vermont
This is above the national average of 50%, meaning Vermont has a higher proportion of quality-designated maternity hospitals.
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 Vermont?
There are 14 CMS-certified hospitals in Vermont. Of these, 8 (57%) have earned the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation for quality maternity care.
What is the best hospital to give birth in Vermont?
Based on CMS data, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington has the highest overall rating (4/5) in Vermont. It also holds the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation.
How many Birthing-Friendly hospitals are in Vermont?
Vermont has 8 Birthing-Friendly designated hospitals out of 14 total (57%). This is above the national average of 50%, meaning Vermont has a higher proportion of quality-designated maternity hospitals.
