Maternity Center at High Point Medical Center

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Maternity Center at High Point Medical Center

601 N. Elm St.

High Point, NC 27262

Nothing compares to meeting your baby for the first time. At Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist High Point Medical Center, we have everything you need to make that moment - and every moment surrounding it - as special, safe and comfortable as possible.

We provide top-notch care and support throughout labor, delivery and recovery. This includes a specialized obstetrics team, private birthing suites and advanced newborn care on-site - all in an atmosphere designed with growing families in mind.

No matter what your birth story looks like, count on us for the care you need, the experience you want, and the peace of mind you deserve, every step of the way.

Why Choose Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist for Maternity Care?

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist delivers unmatched expertise and support starting the day you find out you’re pregnant - or the day you realize you need help getting there.

In addition to our expert OB/GYNs and certified nurse-midwives, we’re the only health system in the region with specialists in both fertility and high-risk pregnancies. Plus, with direct access to the region’s most advanced NICU at Brenner Children’s Hospital, you can feel confident you and your baby are in the very best hands.

Services and Amenities

Our maternity center has everything you and your baby need for a safe, comfortable stay.

Care and Support

No matter how routine or high-risk, we have everything you need for a healthy, safe delivery. This includes an obstetrics nurse navigator - who will guide you through hospital services, processes and resources - as well as:

Labor and delivery care
C-section delivery, with a private surgical suite and recovery room
Postpartum services
Level II Special Care Nursery for infants needing additional support*
Breastfeeding support from international board-certified lactation consultants
Restricted access unit and specialized infant security system for safety
In-room infant hearing screening services after your baby is born

*If even more advanced care is needed, your baby gets seamless connection to the region’s most advanced NICU at Brenner Children’s Hospital.

Labor, Delivery and Recovery Suites

We have private birthing suites custom-designed for labor, delivery and recovery after your baby is born. In addition to a home-like atmosphere and a handicap-accessible room, all rooms have:

Birthing balls and peanut balls for labor positioning
Sleep chair for your support person
Flat-screen TV
Storage for personal items
Personal items by request, including nighttime comfort packs, like eye masks and ear plugs
A menu for room service, including late-night snacks

Dining, Shopping and More

You and your family will enjoy the convenience of our:

On-site cafeteria
Gift shop in the main lobby
Free parking
Private waiting rooms for guests

Providers

What to Expect During Your Stay

What to pack

For you

Nightgowns and bathrobe
Slippers and socks
Comfortable shoes
Maternity underwear
Nursing bras
Nursing pads and nipple cream
Loose clothing, like pajamas and sweatpants
Comb or brush
Shampoo, soap and face wash
Lotion and lip balm
Eyeglasses and contacts
Toothpaste and toothbrush
Deodorant
Cosmetics
Lotion
Cash, credit card and change
Hospital paperwork
Insurance card
Photo ID
Name and contact info of your baby's pediatrician

You may also want to consider:

Music for labor
Snacks for your birth partner
Entertainment, like books, magazines or a tablet
Phone and camera
Long phone charger
Breastfeeding pillow

For your baby

Cap and blanket
Outfit for going home (and other clothing if you want)
Car seat (must be installed to take your baby home)

Going to the hospital

When should I call the doctor and come to the hospital?

Follow what your doctor tells you about coming to the hospital. If you think it might be time, call your doctor’s office right away or call the hospital at 336-878-6888 if you can’t reach your doctor.

Where should I park?

During normal visiting hours (6 am to 8 pm daily), you can park in the visitor parking deck across from the patient entrance. After normal visiting hours, you can park in front of the emergency room and enter through the emergency room door. Once inside, tell the registration clerk at the desk your name. If you’ve been pre-admitted for a scheduled procedure, they’ll have your information ready. Once registered, you’ll be taken to the Childbirth Suite on the 5th floor.

What will happen when I'm admitted?

If you’re in labor, the nurse will check to see how your labor is progressing. They’ll use a fetal heart monitor to check your baby's heartbeat and your contractions. You’ll be asked to stay in bed while the monitor is on but may be able to move around once it’s removed, depending on what your doctor recommends.

Samples of blood and urine may be taken. An IV may be started.

You’ll be asked several questions such as:

How do you wish to control the pain you may feel in labor?
Are you going to breastfeed or bottle-feed?
Who is the baby's doctor going to be?
If you have a boy, do you plan to have him circumcised?

Pain control during labor

Everyone’s experience with labor pain is different. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to help you manage the discomfort including:

Medicine

IV medication: Given intravenously – or through your vein – this type of medication helps ease the pain of contractions.
Epidural: A combination of drugs is injected into your lower back to produce a loss of sensation in the lower part of your body. Repeated doses can be given through a catheter placed in your back.

Comfort measures

Relaxation
Breathing techniques
Massage
Use of focal points
Music
Hot and cold packs
Changing positions often

Talk to your doctor about your pain management options before delivery, or call us at 336-878-6888.

After baby arrives

Meeting your baby

Here’s what to expect right after your baby is born:

Your baby will be placed in a warming bed for a short time. Then you can hold them, take pictures or videos, and begin breastfeeding if you choose to.
You, your baby and your birthing partner will receive bracelets with matching identification numbers.
Your baby will be weighed and measured and have their first bath. They’ll also get antibiotic eye drops to prevent bacterial infection, as well as a vitamin K injection to prevent clotting issues.

Caring for your baby

Your baby can stay in the room with you while you recover, which makes it easy for the bonding process to begin.

Though many newborns are awake and alert for the first few hours after birth, it’s common for them to sleep a lot during those first few days – being born is hard work, after all! As you navigate newborn care, our nurses are here to help with feeding, diaper changes and to answer any questions you may have.

As you care for your baby, remember to take care of yourself, too. This means resting when you can, drinking plenty of water and staying nourished – don’t hesitate to ask your nurse for a drink or snack when you need one.

Welcoming visitors

Having a baby is an exciting time and should be shared. Depending on current visitor policies – and your own preferences – loved ones may come meet your baby in the hospital when you’re ready. Visiting hours are 6 am to 8 pm daily. Keep in mind visitors will be asked to go to the waiting room, not the hallway, during certain procedures.

If your visitors want to grab something special for you or the baby, they can stop by the gift shop in the lobby on the way up.

Going home

Discharge instructions

After delivery, you’ll receive an information booklet to prepare you to go home. This booklet contains detailed instructions to help you take care of yourself and your baby at home. The booklet includes warning signs, when to call your doctor, important newborn safety information, and a follow-up appointment schedule for both you and your baby. Your nurse will review all of it with you before discharge and encourage you to ask questions.

Newborn procedures

There are several procedures and tests that will be performed before your baby goes home:

Hearing test: This usually only takes a few minutes and is not painful for your baby. You’ll be informed of the results and any need for follow-up.
Newborn screening: When your baby is 24 hours old, blood will be taken from their heel and sent to a state-approved lab to test for certain diseases and deficiencies. We’ll share results with your pediatrician and alert you only if additional testing is needed.
Hepatitis B immunization: Recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Hepatitis B vaccine consists of 3 doses – the first can be given while your baby is still in the hospital. After receiving the vaccine, you’ll be given an immunization record, as well as the complete newborn vaccine schedule.

You’ll also need to schedule your baby’s first pediatrician visit before leaving the hospital. Start your search now, and find the perfect fit for your family.

Birth certificate
A hospital representative will visit you after your baby is born to get information for their birth certificate. Please contact the Birth Registrar at 336-781-2458 if you have questions about your baby’s birth certificate. To receive a copy, contact the Guilford County Register of Deeds at 336-641-7556.

Car seat safety
For your baby's safety, North Carolina law requires that they are properly restrained in a car seat anytime you’re traveling by car. This means you’ll need to have your car seat purchased and properly installed before coming to the hospital.

Maternity Classes and Tours

We offer maternity tours and classes that help your whole family get ready. In addition to self-paced online classes, we also offer in person classes at High Point Medical Center including:

Preparing for Labor and Delivery: In your third trimester, learn about childbirth and postpartum care.

Breastfeeding Basics: Get tips for overcoming challenges and achieving breastfeeding success.

Mommy and Me: After your baby is born, join other new parents for support and advice.

Schedule a tour or sign up for a class today

Insurance

Insurance Accepted

This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.

Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.

If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.

Key

WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie)
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC

Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - April 2024

AETNA CONNECTED NC ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations

AETNA NC PREFERRED+: Accepted at all locations

AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations

AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations

AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations

ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations

AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations

AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations

BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations

BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations

BLUE LOCAL WITH ATRIUM HEALTH: Accepted at all locations

BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations

BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations

CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point)

CIGNA: Accepted at all locations

CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC and Wilkes)

CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)

CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

DEVOTED HEALTH (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at all locations

DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)

FIRST HEALTH NETWORK: Accepted at NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and CHC)

FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations

HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations

HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations

LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at LMC, Wilkes and High Point)

MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations

MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)

PHCS/MULTIPLAN: Accepted at NCBH, CHC, LMC and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS and Wilkes)

OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)

TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at LMC and Wilkes)

UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations

UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations

UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations

VA CCN: Accepted at all locations

WELLCARE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at all locations

LMC ONLY: Contracts specific to support Lexington employer groups, low volume
NATIONAL PROVIDER NETWORK/MEDICAL RESOURCES

CHC ONLY: Contracts specific to support CHC
TRICARE

Key

WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital (Includes Davie)
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC

Referring Physicians

At Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist we understand the importance of referrals. Our Physician Liaisons partner with referring physicians in our community and beyond to provide information on our physicians and clinical services. Full list of new physicians.

Contact the Physician Liaisons