Healthcare in Ash Flat, AR
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.9%
1.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.1%
1.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.7%
4.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.8%
near 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
44.6%
Arthritis
39.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
12.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.9%
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
17.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.1%
Loneliness
32.9%
Lack of Support
25.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
46.9%
Mobility
25.5%
Cognitive
19.0%
Hearing
13.7%
Vision
7.9%
Self-Care
6.0%
Independent Living
12.7%
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
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
15.9 mi
Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital | 15.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| St Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center | 31.6 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Izard Regional Hospital Llc | 32.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ozarks Healthcare | 35.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Stone County Medical Center | 38.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Ash Flat has an obesity rate of 37.9%, which is 1.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.1%, 1.6pp above the national average. About 10.8% of adults lack health insurance. 82.6% 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 2.0 out of 5.