Healthcare in Oakdale, LA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.8%
7.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.9%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.2%
3.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.5%
2.9pp 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
38.0%
Arthritis
27.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
23.3%
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
18.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.9%
Loneliness
36.6%
Lack of Support
33.4%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.9%
Mobility
17.7%
Cognitive
19.4%
Hearing
7.7%
Vision
7.1%
Self-Care
5.4%
Independent Living
10.3%
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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.7 mi
Oakdale Community Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Community Hospital | 0.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Savoy Medical Center | 16.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mercy Regional Medical Center | 18.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Allen Parish Hospital | 25.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mercy Behavioral Hospital | 26.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Oakdale has an obesity rate of 43.8%, which is 7.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.9%, near the national average. About 13.5% of adults lack health insurance. 78.8% 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 3.0 out of 5.