Healthcare in Gerrard, CO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
24.4%
11.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.8%
2.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.1%
0.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
3.8pp 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
40.1%
Arthritis
35.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
13.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.4%
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
12.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.8%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.1%
Mobility
13.3%
Cognitive
10.9%
Hearing
9.0%
Vision
3.9%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
6.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
4
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
9.0 mi
Rio Grande Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Grande Hospital | 9.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| San Luis Valley Health Conejos County Hospital | 34.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
| Pagosa Springs Medical Center | 38.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center | 42.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
Gerrard has an obesity rate of 24.4%, which is 11.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.8%, 2.7pp below the national average. About 6.8% of adults lack health insurance. 79.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 4 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.0 out of 5.