Healthcare in Independence, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.3%
1.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.3%
3.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.1%
0.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.2%
4.4pp 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
35.9%
Arthritis
28.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.7%
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
15.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.3%
Loneliness
30.7%
Lack of Support
22.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
27.9%
Mobility
13.0%
Cognitive
12.9%
Hearing
7.8%
Vision
4.0%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
7.2%
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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.1 mi
Buchanan County Health Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buchanan County Health Center | 1.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mental Health Institute | 1.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Mercyone Oelwein Medical Center | 15.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Allen Hospital | 20.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Virginia Gay Hospital | 20.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Independence has an obesity rate of 37.3%, which is 1.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.3%, 3.2pp below the national average. About 6.2% of adults lack health insurance. 78.3% 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 3.0 out of 5.