Jacksonville & Duval County
Hospitals & Medicare
A complete guide to every hospital, freestanding ER, urgent care center, imaging facility, and skilled nursing home in Duval County — including Mayo Clinic, UF Health, and Baptist Health.
Important — Mayo Clinic & Medicare Advantage: Mayo Clinic Florida is selective about which Medicare Advantage plans it accepts. If access to Mayo Clinic is important to you, verify network status before enrolling in any Medicare Advantage plan. Original Medicare with Medigap provides unrestricted access. Call William Gray at (386) 871-3858 to check current network status.
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Hospitals in Duval County (Jacksonville)
Jacksonville is home to Mayo Clinic, UF Health (Level I Trauma), Baptist Health, Ascension St. Vincent's, and HCA Healthcare facilities.
Mayo Clinic Florida
HospitalWorld-class quaternary care center. Accepts Original Medicare. Medicare Advantage coverage varies significantly — Mayo Clinic is selective about which MA plans it accepts. Verify before enrolling.
UF Health Jacksonville
HospitalJacksonville's Level I Trauma Center and academic medical center. Accepts Original Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans.
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville
HospitalThe largest hospital in Jacksonville and the flagship of the Baptist Health system. Accepts Original Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans.
Baptist Medical Center Beaches
HospitalCommunity hospital serving Jacksonville Beach and the beaches communities. Accepts Original Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans.
Baptist Medical Center Nassau
HospitalCommunity hospital serving Nassau County and northern Duval County. Accepts Original Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans.
AdventHealth Deland (Orange Park Medical Center)
HospitalServes Clay County and southwestern Duval County. Accepts Original Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans.
Memorial Hospital Jacksonville
HospitalHCA Healthcare hospital serving southeastern Jacksonville. Accepts Original Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans.
St. Vincent's Medical Center Riverside
HospitalAscension St. Vincent's flagship Jacksonville campus. Accepts Original Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans.
Freestanding Emergency Rooms
Freestanding ERs are billed under Medicare Part B (outpatient), not Part A. Cost-sharing differs from hospital ERs.
Medicare billing note: Freestanding ERs are billed as hospital outpatient services under Medicare Part B — not Part A. Your cost-sharing may differ from a traditional hospital ER visit. Always confirm with your plan before visiting a freestanding ER for non-emergency care.
Baptist Health ER — Multiple Jacksonville Locations
Freestanding ERBaptist Health operates multiple freestanding ERs throughout Jacksonville. Billed as hospital outpatient under Medicare Part B — cost-sharing differs from a traditional hospital ER.
UF Health ER — Multiple Jacksonville Locations
Freestanding ERUF Health freestanding ERs throughout Jacksonville. Billed as hospital outpatient under Medicare Part B.
Ascension St. Vincent's ER — Southside
Freestanding ERAscension St. Vincent's freestanding ER on Jacksonville's Southside. Billed as hospital outpatient under Medicare Part B.
Urgent Care Centers
Medicare Part B covers urgent care visits — typically 20% coinsurance after the Part B deductible.
Baptist Urgent Care — Multiple Jacksonville Locations
Urgent CareBaptist Health urgent care network throughout Jacksonville. Medicare Part B covers urgent care visits — typically 20% coinsurance after the Part B deductible.
CareSpot Urgent Care — Multiple Jacksonville Locations
Urgent CareIndependent urgent care network with multiple Jacksonville locations. Medicare Part B covers urgent care visits at participating locations.
Concentra Urgent Care — Jacksonville
Urgent CareConcentra urgent care with multiple Jacksonville locations. Medicare Part B covers urgent care visits.
Imaging Centers (MRI & CT)
Medicare Part B covers medically necessary MRI, CT, and other imaging. Some Medicare Advantage plans require prior authorization.
Mayo Clinic Imaging — Jacksonville
Imaging CenterWorld-class imaging at Mayo Clinic. Medicare Part B covers medically necessary imaging. Medicare Advantage coverage at Mayo Clinic varies by plan — verify before enrolling.
Baptist Health Imaging — Multiple Jacksonville Locations
Imaging CenterBaptist Health outpatient imaging throughout Jacksonville. Medicare Part B covers medically necessary imaging — typically 20% coinsurance after the Part B deductible.
Radiology Associates of North Florida
Imaging CenterLarge independent radiology group serving Jacksonville. Medicare Part B covers medically necessary imaging.
Skilled Nursing Facilities & Home Health
Medicare Part A covers SNF care after a qualifying 3-day hospital stay. Days 1–20 are fully covered; days 21–100 require a daily copay.
Consulate Health Care of Jacksonville
Skilled Nursing FacilityMedicare Part A covers up to 100 days of skilled nursing care after a qualifying 3-day hospital stay. Days 1–20 are fully covered; days 21–100 require a $209.50/day copay (2026).
Life Care Center of Jacksonville
Skilled Nursing FacilitySkilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Jacksonville. Accepts Medicare Part A for qualifying skilled nursing stays.
Community Hospice & Palliative Care — Jacksonville
HospiceOne of the largest hospice providers in Northeast Florida. Medicare Part A covers hospice care for beneficiaries with a terminal prognosis of 6 months or less.
Baptist Home Health — Jacksonville
Home HealthMedicare Part A and Part B cover home health services when you are homebound and need skilled care. No copay for Medicare-covered home health visits.
Medicare in Jacksonville: What You Need to Know
Jacksonville's concentration of world-class medical facilities — and the complexity of Medicare Advantage networks — makes working with an independent broker essential.
Duval County: Northeast Florida's Medical Hub
Jacksonville (Duval County) is the medical hub of Northeast Florida. It is home to Mayo Clinic Florida, UF Health Jacksonville (the region's only Level I Trauma Center), Baptist Medical Center (the largest hospital in Jacksonville), and multiple Ascension St. Vincent's and HCA Healthcare facilities. For Medicare beneficiaries throughout Northeast Florida — including those in Flagler, St. Johns, Putnam, and Volusia counties — Jacksonville's hospitals are often the destination for complex care.
Mayo Clinic and Medicare Advantage: The Most Important Warning in Jacksonville
Mayo Clinic Florida is one of the most sought-after hospitals in Northeast Florida — and one of the most restrictive when it comes to Medicare Advantage networks. Mayo Clinic has historically declined to participate in many Medicare Advantage plans, or has limited its participation to specific plans. If access to Mayo Clinic is important to you, Original Medicare with a Medigap plan is the safest choice. William Gray can verify current Mayo Clinic network status for every available plan.
Medicare Advantage Networks in Duval County
Duval County has one of the most competitive Medicare Advantage markets in Florida. Major carriers — Humana, Florida Blue, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, WellCare, Devoted Health, and Cigna — all offer plans in Jacksonville. Network coverage varies significantly: some plans include Baptist Health but not UF Health, others include Mayo Clinic but at higher cost-sharing. With so many hospitals and so many plan options, working with an independent broker like William Gray is essential.
UF Health Jacksonville: Level I Trauma and Academic Medicine
UF Health Jacksonville is the only Level I Trauma Center in Northeast Florida — the highest level of trauma care designation. It is also an academic medical center affiliated with the University of Florida College of Medicine, which means access to clinical trials, subspecialty expertise, and cutting-edge treatments. UF Health accepts Original Medicare and most major Medicare Advantage plans, but verify your specific plan's coverage before enrolling.
Skilled Nursing Facilities and Medicare Part A in Jacksonville
Jacksonville has a large number of skilled nursing facilities serving its senior population. After a qualifying 3-day hospital stay, Medicare Part A covers up to 100 days of skilled nursing care. Days 1–20 are fully covered; days 21–100 require a $209.50/day copay (2026). Medigap Plan G covers this copay. Medicare Advantage plans have varying SNF cost-sharing — some offer additional days or lower copays. Verify your plan's SNF benefits before you need them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best hospitals in Jacksonville, FL for Medicare patients?
Jacksonville has several excellent hospitals for Medicare patients: Mayo Clinic Florida (world-class quaternary care), UF Health Jacksonville (Level I Trauma Center), Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville (largest hospital), and Ascension St. Vincent's Medical Center Riverside. All accept Original Medicare. Medicare Advantage coverage varies by plan — especially at Mayo Clinic, which is selective about which MA plans it accepts.
Does Medicare cover Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville?
Original Medicare (Parts A and B) covers care at Mayo Clinic Florida. However, Medicare Advantage coverage at Mayo Clinic varies significantly — Mayo Clinic has historically been selective about which MA plans it accepts. If access to Mayo Clinic is important to you, Original Medicare with a Medigap plan provides the most reliable access. Call William Gray at (386) 871-3858 to verify current network status.
What is the best Medicare plan for Jacksonville, FL seniors?
The best plan depends on your doctors, medications, and health needs. For seniors who want unrestricted access to all Jacksonville hospitals — including Mayo Clinic — Original Medicare with Medigap Plan G is the most flexible option. For seniors who primarily use Baptist Health or UF Health and want lower premiums, Medicare Advantage plans from Humana, Florida Blue, or UnitedHealthcare are popular choices. William Gray offers free plan comparisons — call (386) 871-3858.
What is the Level I Trauma Center in Jacksonville?
UF Health Jacksonville (655 W 8th St, Jacksonville, FL 32209) is the only Level I Trauma Center in Northeast Florida — the highest level of trauma care designation. It is also a comprehensive stroke center and burn center. UF Health accepts Original Medicare and most major Medicare Advantage plans.
Does Medicare cover skilled nursing facilities in Jacksonville?
Yes — Medicare Part A covers skilled nursing facility care after a qualifying 3-day inpatient hospital stay. Days 1–20 are fully covered; days 21–100 require a $209.50/day copay (2026). Jacksonville has many SNF options. Medigap Plan G covers the SNF daily copay. Medicare Advantage plans have varying SNF coverage — verify your plan's SNF benefits before you need them.
Are freestanding ERs in Jacksonville covered by Medicare?
Yes — freestanding ERs are covered by Medicare Part B as hospital outpatient services. Your cost-sharing differs from a traditional hospital ER visit. With Original Medicare, you pay 20% coinsurance after the Part B deductible. With Medicare Advantage, verify your plan's outpatient ER cost-sharing. Baptist Health and UF Health both operate freestanding ERs throughout Jacksonville.
Important: We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY: 1-877-486-2048) to get information on all of your options.
Hospital network participation in Medicare Advantage plans changes annually. The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute a guarantee of coverage. Always verify your specific plan's network with the insurance carrier before enrolling. William Gray is an independent licensed insurance agent (FL License #W690237) and is not affiliated with, employed by, or endorsed by any hospital or health system referenced on this page. Medicare has neither reviewed nor endorsed this information.
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