Healthcare in Bernice, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.2%
5.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.6%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
20.4%
8.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.9%
1.3pp above 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
40.3%
Arthritis
32.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
21.9%
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
19.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.6%
Loneliness
38.0%
Lack of Support
33.1%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
42.5%
Mobility
22.6%
Cognitive
20.3%
Hearing
8.2%
Vision
9.5%
Self-Care
7.3%
Independent Living
12.6%
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
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Reeves Memorial Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reeves Memorial Medical Center | In city | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Union General Hospital | 18.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Claiborne Memorial Medical Center | 20.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Bienville Medical Center | 21.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Northern Louisiana Medical Center | 23.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Bernice has an obesity rate of 41.2%, which is 5.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.6%, near the national average. About 11.9% of adults lack health insurance. 83.2% 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 3.0 out of 5.