Healthcare in Pulaski, TN
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
39.7%
3.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
28.6%
5.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.9%
3.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.8%
1.2pp 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
38.6%
Arthritis
32.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.2%
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
20.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
28.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.5%
Mobility
18.3%
Cognitive
19.2%
Hearing
8.3%
Vision
6.2%
Self-Care
4.6%
Independent Living
10.9%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.2 mi
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Lawrence | 23.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Marshall Medical Center | 25.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Lincoln Medical Center | 25.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Athens Limestone Hospital | 29.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Pulaski has an obesity rate of 39.7%, which is 3.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 28.6%, 5.1pp above the national average. About 11.8% of adults lack health insurance. 78.7% 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 2.8 out of 5.