Healthcare in Elton, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.6%
7.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.5%
2.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
17.0%
5.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.4%
1.2pp 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
40.7%
Arthritis
32.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.2%
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
19.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.5%
Loneliness
39.0%
Lack of Support
31.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
43.1%
Mobility
21.6%
Cognitive
19.8%
Hearing
8.9%
Vision
7.6%
Self-Care
5.8%
Independent Living
11.7%
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
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
11.5 mi
Allen Parish Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen Parish Hospital | 11.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ochsner American Legion Hospital | 14.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Compass Senior Care Hospital | 14.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Savoy Medical Center | 16.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Acadian Medical Center | 16.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Elton has an obesity rate of 43.6%, which is 7.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.5%, 2.0pp above the national average. About 9.4% of adults lack health insurance. 82.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.0 out of 5.