Healthcare in Emerald Mountain, AL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.8%
near the national average
Depression Rate
22.0%
1.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.4%
0.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.5%
4.1pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Source: CDC PLACESAge-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
41.4%
Arthritis
29.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Source: CDC PLACESPrevention & Screening
Source: CDC PLACESGreen bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Source: CDC PLACESFrequent Mental Distress
15.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.0%
Loneliness
32.3%
Lack of Support
23.0%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.6%
Mobility
12.5%
Cognitive
12.5%
Hearing
6.9%
Vision
3.8%
Self-Care
3.1%
Independent Living
6.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.8 mi
Baptist Medical Center East
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Medical Center East | 5.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Va Central Alabama Healthcare System - Montgomery | 9.4 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Community Hospital Inc | 11.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Jackson Hospital & Clinic Inc | 11.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Elmore Community Hospital | 13.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Emerald Mountain has an obesity rate of 35.8%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 22.0%, 1.5pp below the national average. About 6.5% of adults lack health insurance. 81.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.7 out of 5.