Healthcare in Independence, MO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.3%
1.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
26.9%
3.4pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.9%
1.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.5%
0.9pp 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
41.3%
Arthritis
29.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.6%
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
19.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.9%
Loneliness
33.1%
Lack of Support
22.8%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
40.3%
Mobility
18.8%
Cognitive
19.4%
Hearing
9.2%
Vision
6.3%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
11.1%
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
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.4 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.0 mi
Centerpoint Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerpoint Medical Center | 2.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| St Mary'S Medical Center | 7.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| University Health Lakewood Medical Center | 8.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Kansas City Va Medical Center | 9.9 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Liberty Hospital | 12.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Independence has an obesity rate of 37.3%, which is 1.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 26.9%, 3.4pp above the national average. About 11.5% of adults lack health insurance. 76.9% 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 3.4 out of 5.