Healthcare in Natchitoches, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.9%
6.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
28.0%
4.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.0%
4.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.3%
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
35.0%
Arthritis
28.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
21.3%
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
22.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
28.0%
Loneliness
39.0%
Lack of Support
31.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
42.4%
Mobility
19.3%
Cognitive
22.4%
Hearing
7.2%
Vision
9.1%
Self-Care
6.5%
Independent Living
13.5%
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
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.6 mi
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natchitoches Regional Medical Center | 0.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Christus Coushatta Health Care Center | 24.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Winn Parish Medical Center | 28.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Sabine Medical Center | 29.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Desoto Regional Health System | 37.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Natchitoches has an obesity rate of 42.9%, which is 6.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 28.0%, 4.5pp above the national average. About 10.3% of adults lack health insurance. 81.6% 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 3.5 out of 5.