A comprehensive guide to 44 maternity hospitals across North Dakota, including CMS quality ratings, Birthing-Friendly designations, and safety data to help you find the best place to give birth.
Top 10 Hospitals in North Dakota
The highest-rated hospitals for maternity care in North Dakota, based on CMS overall quality ratings and safety data.
| # | Hospital | City | Rating | Birthing-Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sanford Medical Center Fargo | Fargo | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | Yes |
| 2 | Sanford Medical Center Bismarck | Bismarck | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | Yes |
| 3 | Essentia Health | Fargo | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | Yes |
| 4 | West River Regional Medical Center | Hettinger | ★★★★☆ 4/5 | Yes |
| 5 | Trinity Hospitals | Minot | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 6 | Altru Hospital | Grand Forks | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 7 | Jamestown Regional Medical Center | Jamestown | ★★★☆☆ 3/5 | Yes |
| 8 | Chi St Alexius Health | Bismarck | ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 | Yes |
| 9 | Chi St Alexius Health Devils Lake | Devils Lake | Not rated | Yes |
| 10 | Chi St Alexius Health Williston | Williston | Not rated | Yes |
Hospitals by City in North Dakota
Browse maternity hospitals by city. Cities with 3 or more hospitals have detailed comparison pages.
Bismarck
Fargo
Minot
Grand Forks
Belcourt
Tioga
Stanley
Watford City
Garrison
Turtle Lake
Kenmare
Cooperstown
Bottineau
Mcville
Mayville
Hazen
Lisbon
Northwood
Bowman
Elgin
Oakes
Rolla
Carrington
Cavalier
Grafton
Wishek
Ashley
Langdon
Valley City
Crosby
Park River
Harvey
Linton
Hillsboro
Hettinger
Cando
Rugby
Devils Lake
Williston
Jamestown
Dickinson
Fort Yates,
Birthing-Friendly Hospitals in North Dakota
This is below the national average of 50%. Expectant parents in North Dakota 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 North Dakota?
There are 44 CMS-certified hospitals in North Dakota. Of these, 11 (25%) have earned the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation for quality maternity care.
What is the best hospital to give birth in North Dakota?
Based on CMS data, Sanford Medical Center Fargo in Fargo has the highest overall rating (4/5) in North Dakota. It also holds the CMS Birthing-Friendly designation.
How many Birthing-Friendly hospitals are in North Dakota?
North Dakota has 11 Birthing-Friendly designated hospitals out of 44 total (25%). This is below the national average of 50%. Expectant parents in North Dakota may want to prioritize hospitals with this designation.
