Healthcare in Lehigh Acres, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.7%
near the national average
Depression Rate
17.8%
5.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.7%
2.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
24.3%
13.7pp 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
35.5%
Arthritis
23.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.7%
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
18.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
17.8%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
34.3%
Mobility
16.1%
Cognitive
17.4%
Hearing
6.7%
Vision
8.0%
Self-Care
5.2%
Independent Living
10.1%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.9 mi
Hca Florida Lehigh Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hca Florida Lehigh Regional Medical Center | 4.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health | 12.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Lee Memorial Hospital | 15.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Cape Coral Hospital | 19.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Park Royal Hospital | 22.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Lehigh Acres has an obesity rate of 35.7%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 17.8%, 5.7pp below the national average. About 24.3% of adults lack health insurance. 76.0% 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.