Access to quality healthcare is a vital consideration when choosing a home. Cape Cod offers a comprehensive network of medical facilities, ensuring residents and visitors have access to a wide range of health services.​

Cape Cod Healthcare (CCHC)

Cape Cod Healthcare is the primary healthcare provider in the region, comprising:​

  • Two acute care hospitals:
    • Cape Cod Hospital (Hyannis): A 259-bed facility recently designated as a Level III trauma center, providing 24/7 emergency care with immediate access to general surgeons and anesthesiologists.
    • Falmouth Hospital (Falmouth): A 95-bed hospital known for its busy emergency department, especially during the summer months.​
  • Six urgent care centers, with a new location opening in The Pinehills, Plymouth, in June 2025.
  • A network of primary and specialty care providers, homecare and hospice services (VNA), a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility, and an assisted living facility.
  • Advanced imaging services, including new CT and MRI technology equipped with on-device AI, enhancing diagnostic capabilities across care areas, particularly in cardiac care.

·       Each of these emergency centers tracks wait times online. 

For more information, visit Cape Cod Healthcare.​

Outer Cape Health Services

Serving the Outer Cape region, Outer Cape Health Services provides:​

  • Primary care, behavioral health, and dental services across multiple locations.​
  • Holistic recovery approaches through the A.I.M. Wellness Center in Wellfleet, offering comprehensive support for individuals recovering from substance use disorders.

For more details, visit Outer Cape Health Services.​

Emergency & Specialty Care

In addition to hospital-based emergency departments, Cape Cod offers:​

  • Urgent care centers for non-life-threatening conditions.​
  • Specialty services in cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, and more, available through CCHC's network.