A comprehensive guide to 6 maternity hospitals across Delaware, including CMS quality ratings, Birthing-Friendly designations, and safety data to help you find the best place to give birth.
Top 10 Hospitals in Delaware
The highest-rated hospitals for maternity care in Delaware, based on CMS overall quality ratings and safety data.
| # | Hospital | City | Rating | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Inc. | Seaford | ★★★★★ 5/5 | Yes |
| 2 | Christiana Hospital | Newark | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | Yes |
| 3 | Beebe Medical Center | Lewes | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 4 | St Francis Hospital | Wilmington | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 5 | Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus | Milford | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 6 | Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent Campus | Dover | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | Yes |
Hospitals by City in Delaware
Browse maternity hospitals by city. Cities with 3 or more hospitals have detailed comparison pages.
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Birthing-Friendly Hospitals in Delaware
This is above the national average of 50%, meaning Delaware 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 Delaware?
There are 6 CMS-certified hospitals in Delaware. Of these, 6 (100%) have earned the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation for quality maternity care.
What is the best hospital to give birth in Delaware?
Based on CMS data, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Inc. in Seaford has the highest overall rating (5/5) in Delaware. It also holds the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation.
How many Birthing-Friendly hospitals are in Delaware?
Delaware has 6 Birthing-Friendly designated hospitals out of 6 total (100%). This is above the national average of 50%, meaning Delaware has a higher proportion of quality-designated maternity hospitals.
