Healthcare in La Puerta, TX
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
43.0%
6.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.5%
2.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
18.1%
6.2pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
42.2%
31.6pp 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
36.3%
Arthritis
21.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
3.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
22.2%
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
19.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
43.5%
Mobility
21.6%
Cognitive
22.6%
Hearing
7.6%
Vision
13.0%
Self-Care
7.3%
Independent Living
12.8%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
12.7 mi
Starr County Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starr County Memorial Hospital | 12.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Mission Regional Medical Center | 26.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Rio Grande Regional Hospital | 33.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| South Texas Health System | 35.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
| Cornerstone Regional Hospital | 35.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
La Puerta has an obesity rate of 43.0%, which is 6.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.5%, 2.0pp below the national average. About 42.2% of adults lack health insurance. 70.1% 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.