Healthcare in Newcastle, ME
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
30.5%
5.6pp below the national average
Depression Rate
25.9%
2.4pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.8%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.6%
4.0pp 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
42.0%
Arthritis
37.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
12.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.2%
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
15.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.9%
Loneliness
28.9%
Lack of Support
20.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.8%
Mobility
14.5%
Cognitive
12.8%
Hearing
9.0%
Vision
4.1%
Self-Care
3.3%
Independent Living
7.1%
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
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.8 mi
Lincolnhealth
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnhealth | 2.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Maine General Medical Center | 23.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Togus Va Medical Center | 23.5 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Riverview Psychiatric Center | 23.5 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Mid Coast Hospital | 24.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Newcastle has an obesity rate of 30.5%, which is 5.6pp below the national average. The depression rate is 25.9%, 2.4pp above the national average. About 6.6% of adults lack health insurance. 84.5% 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 3.5 out of 5.