Healthcare in Cape Girardeau

Cape Girardeau's healthcare access is a real, genuine regional strength: the city serves as the healthcare hub for more than 250,000 residents across 22 southeast Missouri and southern Illinois counties.

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Saint Francis Healthcare System's real regional role

Saint Francis Healthcare System's 306-bed Medical Center employs nearly 3,000 team members and over 300 providers, one of southeast Missouri's largest healthcare facilities.

SoutheastHEALTH adds a second major system

SoutheastHEALTH (Mercy Southeast) is genuinely one of the region's other largest healthcare employers, giving Cape Girardeau two substantial regional health systems rather than one.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-27. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.