Healthcare in Pigeon Forge, TN
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.9%
3.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
29.1%
5.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.5%
3.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
18.8%
8.2pp 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
40.6%
Arthritis
32.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.3%
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
21.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
29.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
41.8%
Mobility
20.1%
Cognitive
20.8%
Hearing
9.4%
Vision
7.5%
Self-Care
5.4%
Independent Living
11.9%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
7.4 mi
Leconte Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leconte Medical Center | 7.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| University Health System, Inc | 18.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Blount Memorial Hospital | 18.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority | 20.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Tennova Healthcare-Jefferson Memorial Hospital | 21.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Pigeon Forge has an obesity rate of 39.9%, which is 3.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 29.1%, 5.6pp above the national average. About 18.8% 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 3.5 out of 5.