Healthcare in Van Wert, IA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
40.8%
4.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.4%
3.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.9%
2.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.4%
3.2pp 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
40.3%
Arthritis
32.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.4%
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
16.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.4%
Loneliness
32.2%
Lack of Support
23.4%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.5%
Mobility
15.8%
Cognitive
14.0%
Hearing
9.3%
Vision
4.8%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
8.1%
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
9.9 mi
Decatur County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur County Hospital | 9.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Clarke County Hospital | 11.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ringgold County Hospital | 25.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Wayne County Hospital | 26.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Lucas County Health Center | 28.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Van Wert has an obesity rate of 40.8%, which is 4.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.4%, 3.1pp below the national average. About 7.4% of adults lack health insurance. 78.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.