Healthcare in Oacoma, SD
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
35.3%
0.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.2%
4.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.7%
0.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.7%
3.9pp 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
37.9%
Arthritis
30.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.6%
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
13.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.2%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
29.5%
Mobility
13.6%
Cognitive
11.7%
Hearing
9.0%
Vision
4.3%
Self-Care
3.4%
Independent Living
7.0%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Nearest Hospital
3.4 mi
Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center | 3.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Avera Gregory Hospital | 31.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Platte Health Center | 33.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Avera Weskota Memorial Medical Center - Cah | 38.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Community Memorial Hospital | 39.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Oacoma has an obesity rate of 35.3%, which is 0.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.2%, 4.3pp below the national average. About 6.7% of adults lack health insurance. 79.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.