Healthcare in Elk City, KS
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
21.9%
1.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.6%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.0%
2.6pp 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
37.7%
Arthritis
29.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.2%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.2%
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
16.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.9%
Loneliness
30.7%
Lack of Support
20.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.9%
Mobility
14.6%
Cognitive
14.8%
Hearing
8.6%
Vision
4.6%
Self-Care
3.9%
Independent Living
8.2%
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
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
14.5 mi
Wilson Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Medical Center | 14.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Fredonia Regional Hospital | 18.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sedan City Hospital | 19.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center | 35.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Labette Health | 36.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Elk City has an obesity rate of 37.3%, which is 1.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.9%, 1.6pp below the national average. About 8.0% of adults lack health insurance. 76.4% 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 2.0 out of 5.