Healthcare in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
30.3%
5.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
16.7%
6.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.8%
0.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.7%
4.1pp 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
38.4%
Arthritis
24.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.7%
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
16.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
16.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
28.6%
Mobility
14.5%
Cognitive
13.3%
Hearing
6.7%
Vision
6.1%
Self-Care
4.3%
Independent Living
8.2%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.0 mi
Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center | 3.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Broward Health Medical Center | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Broward Health Imperial Point | 4.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | — |
| Hca Florida Mercy Hospital | 5.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Westside Regional Medical Center | 8.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | — |
Fort Lauderdale has an obesity rate of 30.3%, which is 5.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 16.7%, 6.8pp below the national average. About 14.7% of adults lack health insurance. 79.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.0 out of 5.