Healthcare in La Escondida, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
44.7%
8.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
17.7%
5.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
24.6%
12.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
45.6%
35.0pp 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
42.1%
Arthritis
27.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
22.3%
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
16.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
17.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
48.4%
Mobility
28.7%
Cognitive
21.0%
Hearing
12.1%
Vision
16.3%
Self-Care
9.6%
Independent Living
13.9%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
13.3 mi
Starr County Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starr County Memorial Hospital | 13.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mission Regional Medical Center | 34.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Rio Grande Regional Hospital | 41.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| South Texas Health System | 43.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Cornerstone Regional Hospital | 43.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
La Escondida has an obesity rate of 44.7%, which is 8.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 17.7%, 5.8pp below the national average. About 45.6% of adults lack health insurance. 72.7% 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 3.7 out of 5.