Healthcare in Franklin, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
48.7%
12.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
26.0%
2.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
21.2%
9.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.6%
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
43.2%
Arthritis
36.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
25.9%
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
20.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.0%
Loneliness
39.5%
Lack of Support
32.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
46.6%
Mobility
26.0%
Cognitive
21.2%
Hearing
9.5%
Vision
10.3%
Self-Care
8.1%
Independent Living
14.0%
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
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.0 mi
Bayou Bend Health System
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayou Bend Health System | 2.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Iberia Medical Center | 23.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Ochsner St Mary | 24.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Assumption Community Hospital | 29.5 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Oceans Hospital Of Broussard | 34.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Franklin has an obesity rate of 48.7%, which is 12.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 26.0%, 2.5pp above the national average. About 10.6% of adults lack health insurance. 84.8% 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 2.5 out of 5.