Healthcare in Merlin, OR
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
32.3%
3.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
25.5%
2.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.8%
2.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.3%
2.3pp 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
40.4%
Arthritis
37.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
12.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.8%
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
16.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.5%
Mobility
18.5%
Cognitive
14.9%
Hearing
10.5%
Vision
5.7%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
9.2%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.6 / 5
Nearest Hospital
9.9 mi
Asante Three Rivers Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asante Three Rivers Medical Center | 9.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center | 35.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Providence Medford Medical Center | 35.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Curry General Hospital | 45.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Mercy Medical Center | 48.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Merlin has an obesity rate of 32.3%, which is 3.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 25.5%, 2.0pp above the national average. About 8.3% of adults lack health insurance. 76.5% 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 3.6 out of 5.