Healthcare in Richlands, VA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
42.7%
6.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
29.5%
6.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.9%
5.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.0%
near 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
42.2%
Arthritis
36.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
20.6%
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
21.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
29.5%
Loneliness
36.0%
Lack of Support
20.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
43.8%
Mobility
22.6%
Cognitive
20.7%
Hearing
10.0%
Vision
7.8%
Self-Care
6.2%
Independent Living
13.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Source: CDC PLACESPrevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.7 mi
Clinch Valley Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinch Valley Medical Center | 1.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital | 17.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Buchanan General Hospital | 21.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Russell County Hospital | 22.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Smyth County Community Hospital | 23.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
Richlands has an obesity rate of 42.7%, which is 6.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 29.5%, 6.0pp above the national average. About 11.0% of adults lack health insurance. 79.3% 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.