Healthcare in Lamar Heights, MO
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.8%
5.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.6%
4.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.1%
3.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.3%
near 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
40.0%
Arthritis
34.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.7%
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
20.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.6%
Loneliness
31.2%
Lack of Support
19.6%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
45.4%
Mobility
22.9%
Cognitive
22.5%
Hearing
11.3%
Vision
7.8%
Self-Care
6.3%
Independent Living
13.8%
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
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.4 mi
Cox Barton County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox Barton County Hospital | 2.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mercy Hospital Carthage | 21.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Nevada Regional Medical Center | 23.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mercy Hospital Pittsburg, Inc | 23.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Cedar County Memorial Hospital | 29.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Lamar Heights has an obesity rate of 41.8%, which is 5.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.6%, 4.1pp above the national average. About 10.3% of adults lack health insurance. 78.2% 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 4.0 out of 5.