Healthcare in Elk Falls, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.2%
6.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.5%
3.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.4%
6.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.3%
2.3pp 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
46.3%
Arthritis
39.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
12.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.3%
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
15.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.5%
Loneliness
28.0%
Lack of Support
20.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
40.1%
Mobility
22.3%
Cognitive
15.1%
Hearing
12.6%
Vision
6.4%
Self-Care
5.7%
Independent Living
9.8%
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
16.3 mi
Sedan City Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan City Hospital | 16.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Fredonia Regional Hospital | 22.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Wilson Medical Center | 27.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Greenwood County Hospital | 34.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Pawhuska Hospital, Inc | 40.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Elk Falls has an obesity rate of 42.2%, which is 6.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.5%, 3.0pp below the national average. About 8.3% of adults lack health insurance. 81.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.