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Sutter Health Overview

What is Sutter Health?

Sutter Health is a not-for-profit integrated healthcare system serving Northern California and the Central Coast. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Sacramento, California, Sutter Health operates more than 20 hospitals and more than 600 care locations. The system provides primary care, urgent care, specialty care, emergency services and virtual care.

Sutter Health’s mission is: Caring for our patients first and our people always.

Quick Facts About Sutter Health

  • Organization type: Not-for-profit, integrated healthcare system
  • Founded: 1921
  • Headquarters: Sacramento, California
  • Service area: Northern California and the Central Coast
  • Hospitals: 20+
  • Care locations: 600+
  • Care providers: 14,000+ physicians, nurse practitioners and advanced practice providers
  • Birth centers: 16
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs): 7
  • Cancer centers: 22
  • Telehealth: Available for established patients

Where Sutter Health Operates

Sutter Health serves communities throughout:

  • Sacramento Valley
  • San Francisco
  • East Bay
  • Peninsula
  • North Bay
  • Central Valley
  • Santa Barbara and the Central Coast

Sutter Health Hospitals (21 total)

Sutter Health operates the following hospitals across Northern California and the Central Coast, listed A–Z for easy browsing.

We have more than 600 locations and 27 hospitals, including:

Medical Groups

Sutter Health’s affiliated medical groups connect patients with primary and specialty care providers across the region:

  • Diablo Division
  • Gould Medical Group
  • Mills-Peninsula Division
  • Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group
  • Sansum Santa Barbara Medical Group
  • Sutter East Bay Medical Group
  • Sutter Medical Group
  • Sutter Medical Group, Solano
  • Sutter North Medical Group
  • Sutter West Bay Medical Group
  • Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods

Services and Specialties

Sutter Health provides comprehensive, high-quality healthcare services, including preventive, acute and advanced specialty care.

Everyday Care

Same-Day and Emergency Care

Advanced Specialty Care

Cancer Care
22 cancer centers and more than 250 specialists offering treatment for breast, prostate, lung, skin, pancreatic and other cancers.

Heart and Vascular Care
Heart attack treatment, valve disease management, vascular conditions and advanced cardiac procedures.

Neurosciences
Care for ALS, dementia, epilepsy and movement disorders, including neurosurgery, deep brain stimulation and laser ablation.

Orthopedics
Joint replacement, sports medicine and comprehensive bone and joint care.

Behavioral Health
Treatment for depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, substance use disorders and eating disorders.

Pregnancy and Maternity Care
16 birth centers, seven NICUs and family-centered maternity services.

Transplant Services
Comprehensive organ and tissue transplant programs. 

Telehealth and Virtual Care

Sutter Health offers virtual care options for established patients, including:

  • On-Demand Video Visits
  • Scheduled virtual appointments
  • Secure messaging through My Health Online

Patients can access telehealth services using the My Health Online patient portal.

Awards and Recognition

Sutter Health hospitals and care teams are regularly recognized for clinical excellence, patient safety and specialty care performance.

U.S. News & World Report — Best Hospitals

Sutter Health hospitals are regularly ranked among the nation’s best for high-performing care in specialties such as cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, neurology and pulmonology.

Recent recognitions include:

  • Alta Bates Summit Medical Center — High Performing in multiple adult procedures and conditions
  • California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) — Recognized for specialty and regional excellence
  • Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento — High Performing in heart and vascular care and neurosciences
  • Sutter Roseville Medical Center — High Performing in orthopedics and maternity care

Specialty Excellence Awards

Healthgrades Specialty Excellence Awards

Sutter hospitals have earned national recognition for specialty care performance in areas such as:

  • Cardiac care
  • Stroke care
  • Joint replacement
  • Gastrointestinal surgery
  • Critical care

These awards recognize hospitals that deliver superior clinical outcomes compared to national benchmarks.

Nursing and Clinical Excellence

Several Sutter hospitals have earned recognition for nursing excellence and quality standards, including distinctions for:

  • Advanced nursing practice
  • Patient safety initiatives
  • Clinical quality improvement

Workplace and Employer Recognition

Sutter Health has been recognized by national publications and employer-ranking organizations for workplace culture, diversity and employee engagement within the healthcare industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

Is Sutter Health nonprofit?
Yes. Sutter Health is a not-for-profit integrated healthcare system.

How many hospitals does Sutter Health have?
Sutter Health operates 21 hospitals across Northern California and the Central Coast.

Where is Sutter Health headquartered?
Sutter Health is headquartered in Sacramento, California.

How do I find a Sutter Health doctor?
Patients can search for doctors by specialty, condition, or location on the Sutter Health website.

Insurance & Billing

Does Sutter Health accept my insurance?
Sutter Health accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Shield, Anthem Blue Cross, Aetna and Sutter Health Plus. Visit our insurance page to confirm coverage.

What if I don’t have insurance?
Sutter is committed to helping patients get the care they need. Learn more about financial assistance programs.

How do I pay my bill?
You can pay online as a guest, through your My Health Online account, or by phone at 800-4SUTTER.

Patient Resources

How do I access my Sutter Health medical records?
Sign in to My Health Online, Sutter Health’s secure patient portal, to view test results, renew prescriptions, schedule appointments and connect with your care team.

How do I use My Health Online?
My Health Online lets patients access their health information anytime, anywhere. Visit our Help Center for step-by-step guidance.

What is Sutter Health’s privacy policy?
Sutter is committed to protecting patient privacy. Read our privacy policy for details.

Contact and Support

How do I contact Sutter Health?

Visit our Contact Us page for more options.

How do I leave a review or provide feedback for Sutter Health?
We value patient feedback. Share comments or recognize great care via email at patientadvocacy@sutterhealth.org.

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