Healthcare in Lexington, 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
24.9%
1.4pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.2%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.8%
0.8pp 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
39.9%
Arthritis
30.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.0%
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
18.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.9%
Loneliness
30.9%
Lack of Support
20.2%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.8%
Mobility
16.9%
Cognitive
18.4%
Hearing
9.0%
Vision
5.4%
Self-Care
4.2%
Independent Living
9.8%
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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.5 mi
Lafayette Regional Health Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Regional Health Center | 2.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ray County Memorial Hospital | 12.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Excelsior Springs Hospital | 21.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| St Mary'S Medical Center | 23.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Carroll County Memorial Hospital | 24.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Lexington has an obesity rate of 37.3%, which is 1.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.9%, 1.4pp above the national average. About 9.8% of adults lack health insurance. 77.6% 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.