Healthcare in Simpson, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.7%
5.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.4%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.2%
0.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.6%
1.0pp 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
34.6%
Arthritis
24.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.9%
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
19.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.4%
Loneliness
31.1%
Lack of Support
22.1%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.6%
Mobility
12.9%
Cognitive
17.1%
Hearing
6.9%
Vision
4.6%
Self-Care
3.8%
Independent Living
8.6%
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
8.2 mi
Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems | 8.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Cloud County Health Center | 19.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ottawa County Health Center | 21.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Jewell County Hospital | 32.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Republic County Hospital | 34.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Simpson has an obesity rate of 41.7%, which is 5.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.4%, near the national average. About 9.6% of adults lack health insurance. 73.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.