A comprehensive guide to 86 maternity hospitals across Alabama, including CMS quality ratings, Birthing-Friendly designations, and safety data to help you find the best place to give birth.
Top 10 Hospitals in Alabama
The highest-rated hospitals for maternity care in Alabama, based on CMS overall quality ratings and safety data.
| # | Hospital | City | Rating | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southeast Health Medical Center | Dothan | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | Yes |
| 2 | Baldwin Health | Foley | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | Yes |
| 3 | Baptist Medical Center East | Montgomery | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | Yes |
| 4 | Northwest Medical Center | Winfield | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | No |
| 5 | Lakeland Community Hospital | Haleyville | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | No |
| 6 | University Of Alabama Hospital | Birmingham | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 7 | St Vincent’S Birmingham | Birmingham | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 8 | Decatur Morgan Hospital – Decatur Campus | Decatur | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 9 | Usa Health Hca Providence Hospital, Llc | Mobile | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 10 | The East Alabama Healthcare Authority | Opelika | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
Hospitals by City in Alabama
Browse maternity hospitals by city. Cities with 3 or more hospitals have detailed comparison pages.
Birmingham
Mobile
Montgomery
Dothan
Luverne
Huntsville
Gadsden
Geneva
Boaz
Florence
Opp
Fort Payne
Alabaster
Sheffield
Ozark
Centre
Opelika
Tallassee
Cullman
Andalusia
Hamilton
Fayette
Enterprise
Eutaw
Dadeville
Centreville
Moulton
Scottsboro
Alexander City
Ashland
Anniston
Athens
Foley
Decatur
Winfield
Jasper
Grove Hill
Tuscaloosa
Greensboro
Wetumpka
Brewton
Fairhope
Talladega
Camden
Prattville
Union Springs
Demopolis
Bessemer
Selma
Monroeville
Haleyville
Troy
Jackson
Bay Minette
Pell City
York
Vestavia
Evergreen
Greenville
Muscle Shoals
Russellville
Sylacauga
Phenix City
Atmore
Clanton
Chatom
Red Bay
Butler
Oneonta
Wedowee
Eufaula
Birthing-Friendly Hospitals in Alabama
This is below the national average of 50%. Expectant parents in Alabama may want to prioritize hospitals with this designation.
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 Alabama?
There are 86 CMS-certified hospitals in Alabama. Of these, 38 (44%) have earned the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation for quality maternity care.
What is the best hospital to give birth in Alabama?
Based on CMS data, Southeast Health Medical Center in Dothan has the highest overall rating (4/5) in Alabama. It also holds the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation.
How many Birthing-Friendly hospitals are in Alabama?
Alabama has 38 Birthing-Friendly designated hospitals out of 86 total (44%). This is below the national average of 50%. Expectant parents in Alabama may want to prioritize hospitals with this designation.
