Healthcare in Washington, KS
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
33.4%
2.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.6%
3.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.3%
0.6pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.8%
2.8pp 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
38.6%
Arthritis
30.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.9%
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
14.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.6%
Loneliness
28.9%
Lack of Support
19.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.0%
Mobility
14.7%
Cognitive
13.1%
Hearing
9.2%
Vision
4.1%
Self-Care
3.3%
Independent Living
7.4%
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
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.6 mi
Washington County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington County Hospital | 1.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Hanover Hospital | 10.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Community Memorial Healthcare, Inc. | 21.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Jefferson Community Health & Life | 25.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Republic County Hospital | 31.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Washington has an obesity rate of 33.4%, which is 2.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.6%, 3.9pp below the national average. About 7.8% of adults lack health insurance. 78.6% 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 4.0 out of 5.