Hospitals in Connecticut
Overview of hospital infrastructure, major medical centers, and healthcare resources in Connecticut (CT).
Total Hospitals
35
Total Beds
7,540
Beds per 1,000 Pop.
2.1
Trauma Centers
5
Major Hospitals in Connecticut
The largest and highest-rated hospitals in Connecticut, based on CMS Hospital Compare data and AHA statistics.
| Hospital | City | Type | Beds | CMS Stars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yale New Haven Hospital | New Haven | Teaching | 1,541 | ★★★★★ |
| Hartford Hospital | Hartford | Teaching | 867 | ★★★★☆ |
| St. Francis Hospital | Hartford | General | 617 | ★★★★☆ |
| Bridgeport Hospital | Bridgeport | Teaching | 425 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Stamford Hospital | Stamford | General | 305 | ★★★★☆ |
Health Systems in Connecticut
Major hospital systems and healthcare networks operating in Connecticut.
Hospital Infrastructure in Connecticut
Connecticut's hospital system punches well above its weight, anchored by Yale New Haven Hospital, one of the nation's top-ranked academic medical centers and the largest hospital in the state with over 1,500 beds. The state operates 35 hospitals serving 3.6 million residents across a compact geography that ensures most residents are within 30 minutes of a hospital. Hartford Healthcare and Yale New Haven Health System are the two dominant health systems, together operating the majority of the state's hospital beds. Connecticut has some of the highest per-capita healthcare spending in the nation, reflecting both its affluent demographics and the presence of world-class specialty care. The state's five trauma centers provide comprehensive emergency coverage, with Yale New Haven serving as the primary Level I center. Connecticut has faced hospital consolidation in recent years, with smaller community hospitals merging into larger systems. The state's proximity to New York City means some residents, particularly in Fairfield County, also access care at Manhattan hospitals.
Hospitals in Neighboring States
Hospital data sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the American Hospital Association (AHA), and publicly available Medicare provider data.