Healthcare in Parsons, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.8%
5.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.2%
2.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.3%
1.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.7%
near 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
30.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.3%
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
17.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.2%
Loneliness
30.2%
Lack of Support
22.1%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.7%
Mobility
17.4%
Cognitive
17.2%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
6.0%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
10.0%
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
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.7 mi
Labette Health
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Labette Health | 0.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Mercy Hospital Columbus | 23.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center | 24.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Wilson Medical Center | 24.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Girard Medical Center | 24.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Parsons has an obesity rate of 41.8%, which is 5.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.2%, 2.3pp below the national average. About 10.7% of adults lack health insurance. 76.6% 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.