Healthcare in Chama, NM
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.8%
2.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.5%
4.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.8%
4.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
17.5%
6.9pp 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
37.5%
Arthritis
29.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.7%
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
14.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.5%
Loneliness
31.3%
Lack of Support
23.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
37.5%
Mobility
19.3%
Cognitive
14.5%
Hearing
9.9%
Vision
8.2%
Self-Care
5.5%
Independent Living
9.1%
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
1
Nearest Hospital
36.6 mi
San Luis Valley Health Conejos County Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Luis Valley Health Conejos County Hospital | 36.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
| Pagosa Springs Medical Center | 38.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Chama has an obesity rate of 38.8%, which is 2.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.5%, 4.0pp below the national average. About 17.5% of adults lack health insurance. 72.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 1 offers emergency services.