Healthcare in Blairstown, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.0%
5.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.8%
2.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.8%
1.1pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.9%
2.7pp 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
35.5%
Arthritis
26.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.3%
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
16.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.8%
Loneliness
31.6%
Lack of Support
23.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
28.8%
Mobility
12.9%
Cognitive
14.3%
Hearing
7.5%
Vision
4.4%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
7.7%
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
5
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.1 mi
Compass Memorial Healthcare
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Memorial Healthcare | 8.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Virginia Gay Hospital | 18.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| St Lukes Hospital | 23.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids | 26.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Iowa City Va Medical Center | 30.7 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 5/5 | ✓ |
Blairstown has an obesity rate of 42.0%, which is 5.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.8%, 2.7pp below the national average. About 7.9% of adults lack health insurance. 76.9% 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 4.0 out of 5.