Healthcare in La Plata, MD
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.2%
2.1pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.2%
4.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.9%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
3.7pp 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
37.2%
Arthritis
26.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.1%
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
16.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.2%
Loneliness
34.4%
Lack of Support
24.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
26.1%
Mobility
12.0%
Cognitive
12.2%
Hearing
5.7%
Vision
4.2%
Self-Care
3.2%
Independent Living
6.9%
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
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.3 mi
University Of Md Charles Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Md Charles Regional Medical Center | 2.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Adventist Healthcare Fort Washington Medical Ctr | 14.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Fort Belvoir Community Hospital | 14.8 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | — | ✓ |
| Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center | 14.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital | 16.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
La Plata has an obesity rate of 38.2%, which is 2.1pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.2%, 4.3pp below the national average. About 6.9% of adults lack health insurance. 80.0% 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 2.8 out of 5.