Healthcare in Flagler, CO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
29.4%
6.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
23.7%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.4%
0.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.4%
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
38.2%
Arthritis
33.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.9%
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
16.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.6%
Mobility
17.3%
Cognitive
15.8%
Hearing
10.2%
Vision
5.7%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
9.4%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
3
With Emergency Services
3
Nearest Hospital
29.0 mi
Lincoln Health Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Health Hospital | 29.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Kit Carson County Memorial Hospital | 45.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Keefe Memorial Hospital | 47.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Flagler has an obesity rate of 29.4%, which is 6.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 23.7%, near the national average. About 10.4% of adults lack health insurance. 74.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 3 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services.