Hospitals in Birmingham, AL

Birmingham, Alabama is served by 9 Medicare-certified hospitals, with an average CMS overall rating of 3.0 out of 5 among rated providers. Compare profiles below.

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Hospitals profiles in Birmingham

Hospital · Proprietary Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital Birmingham, AL 35209 CMS rating 3.0 / 5 Hospital · Veterans Health Administration Birmingham VA Medical Center Birmingham, AL 35233 CMS rating 4.0 / 5 Hospital · Proprietary Grandview Medical Center Birmingham, AL 35243 CMS rating 3.0 / 5 Hospital · Proprietary Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services Birmingham, AL 35212 No CMS rating Hospital · Voluntary non-profit - Church Princeton Baptist Medical Center Birmingham, AL 35211 CMS rating 3.0 / 5 Hospital · Voluntary non-profit - Private St Vincent's Birmingham Birmingham, AL 35205 CMS rating 3.0 / 5 Hospital · Voluntary non-profit - Private St. Vincent's East Birmingham, AL 35235 CMS rating 3.0 / 5 Hospital · Voluntary non-profit - Private The Children's Hospital of Alabama Birmingham, AL 35233 No CMS rating Hospital · Government - State University of Alabama Hospital Birmingham, AL 35233 CMS rating 2.0 / 5

Hospitals by ZIP code in Birmingham

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About hospitals in Birmingham

Hospitals deliver inpatient medical and surgical care, emergency services, and diagnostic testing. Medicare-certified hospitals receive CMS star ratings that cover mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely and effective care.

The strongest comparisons weigh several signals together - inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the particular services someone requires. Ratings pull those signals into a single number, but they cannot stand in for a visit or a conversation with the staff.

When you are choosing for yourself or someone you care for in Birmingham, AL, tour in person if you can, ask whether space is currently available, and confirm Medicare and Medicaid participation. Also ask how the provider manages care planning, keeps families informed, and handles concerns that arise after hours.

Frequently asked questions

How many hospitals does Birmingham have?

According to current CMS data, Birmingham, AL has 9 Medicare-certified hospitals, with an average overall rating of 3.0 out of 5 among rated providers.

What is the best way to compare hospitals in Birmingham?

When comparing hospitals, examine the CMS overall rating along with the measure groups behind it, confirm the services you need are available, and check whether the hospital is in your insurance network. Ratings are signals, not medical advice. Open any profile above to see the full CMS rating breakdown, inspection findings, fines, staffing, and ownership record.

Will Medicare pay for hospitals in Birmingham?

Listings here are Medicare-certified, but coverage rules and costs vary by service and setting. Confirm current availability, Medicare and Medicaid participation, and costs directly with the provider.

Data sources

Data source: CMS Provider Data Catalog. Data as of 2026-10-06. This page is informational and is not medical advice.

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