Healthcare Access
in South Georgia
Residents of South Georgia have access to excellent healthcare throughout the 21 counties of Locate South Georgia. Fourteen hospitals operate in the region with a combined total of more than 2,400 patient beds (Source: American Hospital Directory). Seven of our medical centers rank in the state’s top 20 according to Georgia Trend magazine, December 2022.
Healthcare providers of all types provide excellent, patient-focused service with modern technology at their disposal. From orthopedists to dentists and oncologists to pediatricians, and everything in between, the healthcare professionals are here to serve residents.
Top Hospitals in Georgia by Size, Georgia Trend magazine, December 2022
| Facility | City | Statewide Ranking |
|---|---|---|
| Large – 250 or more patient beds | ||
| John D. Archbold Memorial Hospital | Thomasville | #22 |
| Phoebe Sumter Medical Center | Americus | #18 |
| South Georgia Medical Center | Valdosta | #19 |
| Medium – 100-249 patient beds | ||
| Colquitt Regional Medical Center | Moultrie | #20 |
| Crisp Regional Hospital | Cordele | #22 |
| Tift Regional Hospital | Tifton | #8 |
| Small – Fewer than 100 patient beds | ||
| Coffee Regional Medical Center | Douglas | #8 |
Rural Hospital Tax Credits
Individual and corporate taxpayers who contribute to qualified rural hospital organizations (RHOs) in Georgia may receive income tax credits. South Georgia’s 14 medical centers are qualified to participate in the Georgia HEART Hospital Program to assist them with the marketing and administration of the RHO expense tax credit program. Together, these facilities and Georgia HEART are “Helping to Enhance Access to Rural Treatment.”
After four years in effect, our medical centers have received more than $30 million in contributions. These funds have been used to provide needed equipment and facility updates and to attract quality doctors and nurses to South Georgia.