Healthcare in Sparkman, AR
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.8%
6.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.3%
1.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.1%
5.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.7%
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
42.2%
Arthritis
33.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.4%
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
17.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.3%
Loneliness
33.5%
Lack of Support
29.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
40.8%
Mobility
21.2%
Cognitive
17.3%
Hearing
9.1%
Vision
6.9%
Self-Care
5.5%
Independent Living
10.3%
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
1.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
16.7 mi
Baptist Health Medical Center-Arkadelphia
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Medical Center-Arkadelphia | 16.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ouachita County Medical Center | 23.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Dallas County Medical Center | 23.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Baptist Health Medical Center-Hot Springs County | 29.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Saline Memorial Hospital | 42.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Sparkman has an obesity rate of 42.8%, which is 6.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.3%, 1.2pp below the national average. About 10.7% of adults lack health insurance. 81.8% 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 1.5 out of 5.