Healthcare in Tamarac, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
31.6%
4.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
15.6%
7.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.9%
4.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
17.6%
7.0pp 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
40.8%
Arthritis
28.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.4%
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
15.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
15.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
33.0%
Mobility
18.7%
Cognitive
13.9%
Hearing
8.1%
Vision
7.6%
Self-Care
5.2%
Independent Living
9.3%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
1.6 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.1 mi
University Hospital And Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Hospital And Medical Center | 1.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Hca Florida Northwest Hospital | 4.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Broward Health Coral Springs | 4.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Westside Regional Medical Center | 6.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | — |
| Hca Florida Mercy Hospital | 6.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
Tamarac has an obesity rate of 31.6%, which is 4.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 15.6%, 7.9pp below the national average. About 17.6% of adults lack health insurance. 81.4% 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 1.6 out of 5.