Sanford Bismarck Nears Finish of 36-Bed Expansion to Address Rising Community Demand

Sanford Health has seen tremendous growth in the Bismarck region and will soon open 36 new beds in the Sanford Bismarck Medical Center to serve more patients in central and western ND. This strategic expansion is part of Sanford’s continued commitment to providing high-quality, accessible care to the growing population in the region.

The expansion will be completed this summer, with staffing enhancements already underway to ensure a smooth transition. The new beds will be added in completely renovated areas on the third, fourth and fifth floor of the Bismarck Medical Center, allowing the hospital to serve more patients while maintaining the same high standards of care. Each renovated floor will add 12 beds. The first new unit is on the fourth floor and opens on June 9, followed by the fifth floor on June 23, and July 14 on the third floor.

“Expanding our capacity allows us to better serve our patients and provide timely, high-quality care when they need it most,” said Brittney Mueller, VP of operations, Sanford Bismarck. “This investment reflects our ongoing dedication to the health and well-being of our community.”

In five years, Sanford Health will have added more than 50 licensed hospital beds to the Sanford Bismarck Medical Center for a total of 278 beds now available for patients. This expansion represents a major milestone in Sanford Health’s commitment to improving access to high-quality health care and enhancing overall patient experience for the region. Since 2012, Sanford Health has invested more than $300 million in central and western North Dakota to increase services and enhance patient access. 

The Sanford Bismarck region provides health care to central and western North Dakota, eastern Montana and northern South Dakota. It includes 26 clinics in Bismarck, Mandan, Minot, Dickinson, Williston and Watford City, as well as a Level II trauma center located in Bismarck.