Hospitals that score well on both price and quality — rated 4–5★ by Medicare’s Care Compare, yet charging a below-average cash price across the procedures they publish. Ranked by how far below the national average their prices sit.
5 best-value hospitals in Maine.
| # | Hospital | Location | CMS rating | vs US avg | Recommend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northern Light Mercy Hospital | Portland, ME | ★ 4/5 | 49% below | 85% |
| 2 | Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center | Bangor, ME | ★ 5/5 | 49% below | 60% |
| 3 | St Mary's Regional Medical Center | Lewiston, ME | ★ 4/5 | 33% below | 80% |
| 4 | Down East Community Hospital | Machias, ME | ★ 4/5 | 29% below | 63% |
| 5 | York Hospital | York, ME | ★ 4/5 | 28% below | 80% |
vs US avg = how far this hospital’s median cash price sits below the national median across the procedures it publishes (≥10 procedures required). Quality = CMS Care Compare overall rating. Estimates — confirm with the hospital.