Healthcare in Carthage, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.9%
1.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
23.7%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.3%
2.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.6%
5.0pp 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
38.1%
Arthritis
28.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.8%
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
18.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
37.1%
Mobility
18.4%
Cognitive
17.1%
Hearing
8.1%
Vision
6.6%
Self-Care
5.0%
Independent Living
10.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.8 mi
Ut Health East Texas Carthage Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ut Health East Texas Carthage Hospital | 3.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ut Health East Texas Henderson Hospital | 23.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center | 33.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Nacogdoches Medical Center | 33.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Longview Regional Medical Center | 37.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Carthage has an obesity rate of 37.9%, which is 1.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 23.7%, near the national average. About 15.6% of adults lack health insurance. 76.4% 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 3.0 out of 5.