Healthcare in Lake Arthur, NM
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.7%
2.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
22.2%
1.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.1%
2.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
22.9%
12.3pp 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
34.4%
Arthritis
23.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.7%
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
17.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.2%
Loneliness
36.2%
Lack of Support
27.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.2%
Mobility
17.6%
Cognitive
18.6%
Hearing
8.3%
Vision
8.9%
Self-Care
5.5%
Independent Living
10.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
4
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
17.5 mi
Artesia General Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesia General Hospital | 17.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Eastern New Mexico Medical Center | 46.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Lovelace Regional Hospital - Roswell | 46.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Carlsbad Medical Center | 47.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Lake Arthur has an obesity rate of 38.7%, which is 2.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 22.2%, 1.3pp below the national average. About 22.9% of adults lack health insurance. 67.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 4 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.0 out of 5.