Healthcare in Wauchula, FL
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.3%
6.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.5%
4.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.4%
4.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
28.8%
18.2pp 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
37.7%
Arthritis
26.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
30.5%
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
20.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
41.3%
Mobility
20.0%
Cognitive
21.3%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
10.7%
Self-Care
6.7%
Independent Living
13.0%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.4 mi
Adventhealth Wauchula
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventhealth Wauchula | 2.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Adventhealth Sebring | 16.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Bartow Regional Medical Center | 23.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Desoto Memorial Hospital | 23.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Hca Florida Highlands Hospital | 27.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Wauchula has an obesity rate of 42.3%, which is 6.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.5%, 4.0pp below the national average. About 28.8% of adults lack health insurance. 74.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.3 out of 5.