Healthcare in Fort Myers, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
33.0%
3.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
17.5%
6.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.8%
2.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
19.1%
8.5pp 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
38.6%
Arthritis
28.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.2%
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
17.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
33.5%
Mobility
16.4%
Cognitive
15.5%
Hearing
7.7%
Vision
7.4%
Self-Care
5.1%
Independent Living
9.8%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.3 mi
Lee Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Memorial Hospital | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Cape Coral Hospital | 7.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Park Royal Hospital | 12.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Hca Florida Lehigh Regional Medical Center | 16.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Fort Myers has an obesity rate of 33.0%, which is 3.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 17.5%, 6.0pp below the national average. About 19.1% of adults lack health insurance. 79.1% 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.