Healthcare in Linden, TN
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.0%
1.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
28.3%
4.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.4%
4.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.8%
2.2pp 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
42.2%
Arthritis
37.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.9%
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
19.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
28.3%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
43.3%
Mobility
22.3%
Cognitive
19.2%
Hearing
11.2%
Vision
7.1%
Self-Care
5.3%
Independent Living
12.0%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
18.0 mi
Wayne Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne Medical Center | 18.0 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | ✓ |
| Saint Thomas Hickman Hospital | 18.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | — |
| Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers | 31.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Henderson County Community Hospital | 31.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Lawrence | 32.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Linden has an obesity rate of 38.0%, which is 1.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 28.3%, 4.8pp above the national average. About 12.8% of adults lack health insurance. 79.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 4 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 3.0 out of 5.