Healthcare in Alexandria, MO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.1%
7.0pp above the national average
Depression Rate
25.0%
1.5pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.1%
4.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.1%
1.5pp 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
42.7%
Arthritis
36.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
25.0%
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
18.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.0%
Loneliness
29.6%
Lack of Support
19.5%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
43.1%
Mobility
21.4%
Cognitive
19.2%
Hearing
12.1%
Vision
6.6%
Self-Care
5.5%
Independent Living
11.4%
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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
19.5 mi
Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hospital | 19.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Blessing Hospital | 29.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center | 36.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Van Buren County Hospital | 36.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Scotland County Hospital | 39.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Alexandria has an obesity rate of 43.1%, which is 7.0pp above the national average. The depression rate is 25.0%, 1.5pp above the national average. About 9.1% of adults lack health insurance. 79.7% 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 3.0 out of 5.