Healthcare in Merrifield, MN
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.4%
1.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.6%
2.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.8%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.0%
4.6pp 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
35.1%
Arthritis
27.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.7%
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
12.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.6%
Loneliness
25.2%
Lack of Support
18.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
28.6%
Mobility
12.9%
Cognitive
11.2%
Hearing
8.5%
Vision
3.9%
Self-Care
3.5%
Independent Living
6.5%
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
4
Avg CMS Rating
5.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
9.8 mi
Community Behavioral Health Hospital - Baxter
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Behavioral Health Hospital - Baxter | 9.8 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Essentia Health St Joseph'S Medical Center | 10.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Cuyuna Regional Medical Center | 11.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Riverwood Healthcare Center | 25.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Lakewood Health System | 29.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Merrifield has an obesity rate of 37.4%, which is 1.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.6%, 2.9pp below the national average. About 6.0% of adults lack health insurance. 76.6% 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 5.0 out of 5.