Healthcare in Fort Myers Shores, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
32.8%
3.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
18.3%
5.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.8%
2.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
19.3%
8.7pp 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
39.8%
Arthritis
29.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.0%
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
17.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.3%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
34.1%
Mobility
16.9%
Cognitive
15.6%
Hearing
8.2%
Vision
6.8%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
9.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.6 mi
Lee Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Memorial Hospital | 10.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Hca Florida Lehigh Regional Medical Center | 13.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health | 13.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Cape Coral Hospital | 14.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Park Royal Hospital | 20.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Fort Myers Shores has an obesity rate of 32.8%, which is 3.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 18.3%, 5.2pp below the national average. About 19.3% of adults lack health insurance. 77.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.5 out of 5.