Healthcare in Atoka, NM
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.6%
3.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.1%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.4%
0.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.8%
5.2pp 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
33.9%
Arthritis
23.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.9%
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
16.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.1%
Loneliness
34.0%
Lack of Support
24.3%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
31.7%
Mobility
13.3%
Cognitive
15.5%
Hearing
6.9%
Vision
5.8%
Self-Care
4.0%
Independent Living
8.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
2
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
9.9 mi
Artesia General Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesia General Hospital | 9.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Carlsbad Medical Center | 32.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Atoka has an obesity rate of 39.6%, which is 3.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.1%, near the national average. About 15.8% of adults lack health insurance. 66.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.0 out of 5.