U.S. News & World Report recognizes 17 Intermountain Health hospitals as top providers for maternity care
The annual ranking of the Best Hospitals for Maternity Care in America for 2024 from U.S. News & World Report has acknowledged 17 Intermountain Health hospitals. The ranking is based on various factors such as newborn complications, Caesarean-section and breastfeeding rates, as well as new federal criteria for “birthing-friendly” practices. These rankings are meant to guide expecting families to the best care available in their area.
“The personalized, expert care our expectant mothers receive from our caregivers contributes to an exceptional patient experience and healthy outcomes for both mom and baby,” said Sean Esplin, MD, senior medical director for Women’s Health and Neonatal Clinical Program at Intermountain Health. “To see so many Intermountain hospitals featured on this list recognizes the high-quality care given by our caregivers every day which is truly making a difference in the health of the communities we serve.”
The Intermountain maternity hospitals receiving a high-performance ranking include:
- American Fork Hospital in American Fork, Utah.
- Cassia Regional Hospital in Burley, Idaho.
- Cedar City Hospital in Cedar City, Utah.
- Good Samaritan Hospital in Lafayette, Colorado.
- Holy Rosary Healthcare in Miles City, Montana.
- Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, Utah.
- LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah.
- Layton Hospital in Layton, Utah.
- Logan Regional Hospital in Logan, Utah.
- Lutheran Medical Center in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
- McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden, Utah.
- Orem Community Hospital in Orem, Utah.
- Platte Valley Hospital in Brighton, Colorado.
- Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colorado.
- St. George Regional Hospital in St. George, Utah.
- St. Mary’s Medical Center in Grand Junction, Colorado.
- St. Vincent Healthcare in Billings, Montana.
In addition, three Intermountain hospitals were recognized as vitally important Maternity Access Hospitals: Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital and Cedar City Hospitals in Utah, and Intermountain Cassia Regional Hospital in Burley, Idaho.
Intermountain Health has also expanded its outpatient lactation services using telehealth to assist mothers once they’re home. This allows breastfeeding moms to consult with lactation experts from the comfort of their homes, saving time and providing easier access to care.
For more information, visit the U.S. News & World Report website.
