Healthcare in Rock Rapids, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.2%
2.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.5%
4.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.7%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.3%
3.3pp 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
36.2%
Arthritis
29.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.5%
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
16.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.5%
Loneliness
32.4%
Lack of Support
23.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.2%
Mobility
14.6%
Cognitive
13.8%
Hearing
8.7%
Vision
4.5%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
8.0%
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
Nearest Hospital
In city
Avera Merrill Pioneer Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera Merrill Pioneer Hospital | In city | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sanford Luverne Medical Center | 16.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hegg Memorial Health Center | 18.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Osceola Community Hospital | 21.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sanford Sheldon Medical Center | 22.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Rock Rapids has an obesity rate of 38.2%, which is 2.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.5%, 4.0pp below the national average. About 7.3% of adults lack health insurance. 78.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.