Healthcare in Ringsted, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.8%
6.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.7%
3.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.2%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
3.8pp 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
37.8%
Arthritis
30.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.7%
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
15.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.7%
Loneliness
30.6%
Lack of Support
22.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
28.9%
Mobility
14.1%
Cognitive
13.1%
Hearing
8.4%
Vision
4.3%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
7.5%
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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
15.5 mi
Palo Alto County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto County Hospital | 15.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Avera Holy Family Hospital | 16.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Kossuth Regional Health Center | 21.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Mayo Clinic Health System - Fairmont | 23.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| United Hospital District | 30.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Ringsted has an obesity rate of 42.8%, which is 6.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.7%, 3.8pp below the national average. About 6.8% of adults lack health insurance. 79.0% 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 3.0 out of 5.