Healthcare in Blountstown, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.5%
4.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.0%
4.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.8%
6.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
16.1%
5.5pp above 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
43.9%
Arthritis
36.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.7%
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
18.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
44.4%
Mobility
25.3%
Cognitive
18.4%
Hearing
11.3%
Vision
9.5%
Self-Care
7.1%
Independent Living
13.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
1.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.2 mi
Calhoun-Liberty Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calhoun-Liberty Hospital | 4.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Florida State Hospital Unit 31 Med | 21.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Florida State Hospital Unit 14 Psych | 21.4 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Jackson Hospital | 30.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Northwest Florida Community Hospital | 33.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
Blountstown has an obesity rate of 40.5%, which is 4.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.0%, 4.5pp below the national average. About 16.1% of adults lack health insurance. 81.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 1.0 out of 5.