Hospitals in Vermont
Overview of hospital infrastructure, major medical centers, and healthcare resources in Vermont (VT).
Total Hospitals
14
Total Beds
1,500
Beds per 1,000 Pop.
2.3
Trauma Centers
1
Major Hospitals in Vermont
The largest and highest-rated hospitals in Vermont, based on CMS Hospital Compare data and AHA statistics.
| Hospital | City | Type | Beds | CMS Stars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Vermont Medical Center | Burlington | Teaching | 562 | ★★★★★ |
| Rutland Regional Medical Center | Rutland | General | 123 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Central Vermont Medical Center | Berlin | General | 122 | ★★★★☆ |
Health Systems in Vermont
Major hospital systems and healthcare networks operating in Vermont.
Hospital Infrastructure in Vermont
Vermont's 14 hospitals serve 645,000 residents in the nation's second-least-populated state, with the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington serving as the state's only academic medical center, Level I trauma center, and the dominant healthcare provider. The UVM Health Network operates six hospitals across Vermont and northeastern New York. Vermont's small hospitals serve predominantly rural communities, with several designated as critical access hospitals. The state has a strong tradition of community-oriented healthcare, consistent with its progressive policy approach. Vermont was the first state to establish a statewide health information exchange. The state's healthcare system faces workforce challenges due to its rural character and small population, though the University of Vermont College of Medicine trains physicians with a focus on primary care and rural practice. Southern Vermont residents often access specialty care at Dartmouth-Hitchcock in neighboring New Hampshire. Vermont has among the highest rates of health insurance coverage in the nation, driven by its commitment to accessible healthcare.
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.