Healthcare in Wells River, VT
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
33.4%
2.7pp below the national average
Depression Rate
26.1%
2.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.6%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.9%
3.7pp 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
36.0%
Arthritis
33.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.5%
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
15.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
26.1%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
30.2%
Mobility
15.1%
Cognitive
13.2%
Hearing
9.8%
Vision
5.4%
Self-Care
4.3%
Independent Living
8.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
13.8 mi
Cottage Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Hospital | 13.8 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Littleton Regional Healthcare | 18.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Central Vermont Medical Center | 19.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Speare Memorial Hospital | 34.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Gifford Medical Center | 34.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Wells River has an obesity rate of 33.4%, which is 2.7pp below the national average. The depression rate is 26.1%, 2.6pp above the national average. About 6.9% of adults lack health insurance. 77.6% 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.