Healthcare in Gatlinburg, TN
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.4%
1.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
27.4%
3.9pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.5%
2.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.5%
1.9pp 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
42.6%
Arthritis
34.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.3%
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
17.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
27.4%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
35.8%
Mobility
17.1%
Cognitive
15.8%
Hearing
8.9%
Vision
5.4%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
8.8%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.0 mi
Leconte Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leconte Medical Center | 10.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority | 14.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Blount Memorial Hospital | 22.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center | 24.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| University Health System, Inc | 24.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Gatlinburg has an obesity rate of 37.4%, which is 1.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 27.4%, 3.9pp above the national average. About 12.5% of adults lack health insurance. 79.5% 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 3.5 out of 5.