Healthcare in Buffalo Springs, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
32.9%
3.2pp below the national average
Depression Rate
21.7%
1.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.6%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.2%
1.4pp below 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
40.7%
Arthritis
27.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
8.2%
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
14.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
27.4%
Mobility
12.9%
Cognitive
11.5%
Hearing
7.0%
Vision
3.8%
Self-Care
3.1%
Independent Living
6.4%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
9.2 mi
Grace Surgical Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Surgical Hospital | 9.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Covenant Medical Center | 11.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Covenant Childrens Hospital | 11.4 mi | Childrens | — | ✓ |
| Exceptional Community Hospital Lubbock | 14.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| University Medical Center | 16.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Buffalo Springs has an obesity rate of 32.9%, which is 3.2pp below the national average. The depression rate is 21.7%, 1.8pp below the national average. About 9.2% of adults lack health insurance. 77.5% 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 2.7 out of 5.