Healthcare in Sandy Springs, GA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
23.7%
12.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
17.2%
6.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
7.9%
4.0pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
1.7pp below 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
32.8%
Arthritis
18.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.6%
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
13.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
17.2%
Loneliness
34.5%
Lack of Support
20.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
20.9%
Mobility
7.8%
Cognitive
10.0%
Hearing
4.6%
Vision
3.2%
Self-Care
2.2%
Independent Living
5.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.1 mi
Peachford Behavioral Health System Of Atlanta
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peachford Behavioral Health System Of Atlanta | 3.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | ✓ |
| Saint Joseph'S Hospital Of Atlanta, Inc | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Northside Hospital | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Children'S Healthcare Of Atlanta At Scottish Rite | 3.3 mi | Childrens | — | ✓ |
| Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center | 7.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | — |
Sandy Springs has an obesity rate of 23.7%, which is 12.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 17.2%, 6.3pp below the national average. About 8.9% of adults lack health insurance. 76.3% 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 2.3 out of 5.