Healthcare in Fritz Creek, AK
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
32.2%
3.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.0%
3.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.5%
2.4pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.0%
1.6pp 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
38.2%
Arthritis
26.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.9%
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
14.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.0%
Loneliness
30.6%
Lack of Support
20.3%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
28.6%
Mobility
12.3%
Cognitive
12.7%
Hearing
8.5%
Vision
4.3%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
7.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
2
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
1.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
14.8 mi
South Peninsula Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Peninsula Hospital | 14.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Central Peninsula General Hospital | 43.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
Fritz Creek has an obesity rate of 32.2%, which is 3.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.0%, 3.5pp below the national average. About 9.0% of adults lack health insurance. 66.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 1.0 out of 5.