Healthcare in North Fort Myers, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
30.5%
5.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
17.2%
6.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.5%
6.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.9%
2.3pp 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
48.0%
Arthritis
41.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
16.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.1%
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
13.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
17.2%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.7%
Mobility
22.1%
Cognitive
13.1%
Hearing
12.9%
Vision
7.1%
Self-Care
5.4%
Independent Living
9.9%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
6.9 mi
Lee Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Memorial Hospital | 6.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Cape Coral Hospital | 8.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health | 12.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Park Royal Hospital | 16.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Shorepoint Health Punta Gorda | 18.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
North Fort Myers has an obesity rate of 30.5%, which is 5.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 17.2%, 6.3pp below the national average. About 12.9% of adults lack health insurance. 84.6% 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.