Healthcare in Athens, TN
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
46.5%
10.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
29.4%
5.9pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.2%
3.3pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.7%
3.1pp 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
39.5%
Arthritis
33.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
22.7%
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
21.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
29.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
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Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
41.7%
Mobility
19.3%
Cognitive
20.5%
Hearing
9.1%
Vision
7.0%
Self-Care
5.1%
Independent Living
11.8%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.2 / 5
Nearest Hospital
12.8 mi
Sweetwater Hospital Association
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweetwater Hospital Association | 12.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Rhea Medical Center | 22.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Affiliate Of Vitruvian Health | 30.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Fort Loudoun Medical Center | 32.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | ✓ |
| Roane Medical Center | 34.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Athens has an obesity rate of 46.5%, which is 10.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 29.4%, 5.9pp above the national average. About 13.7% of adults lack health insurance. 77.7% 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 3.2 out of 5.