Healthcare in Meeker, CO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
26.4%
9.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
24.0%
0.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
9.4%
2.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
1.2pp 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
33.4%
Arthritis
27.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.8%
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
24.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.7%
Mobility
12.3%
Cognitive
14.5%
Hearing
7.7%
Vision
4.4%
Self-Care
3.3%
Independent Living
7.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
5.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.8 mi
Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Rio Blanco County Health Service District | 5.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Grand River Hospital District | 23.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Valley View Hospital Association | 43.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Memorial Hospital, The | 46.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Rangely District Hospital | 48.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Meeker has an obesity rate of 26.4%, which is 9.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 24.0%, 0.5pp above the national average. About 9.4% of adults lack health insurance. 72.5% 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 5.0 out of 5.