Healthcare in George, WA
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
41.3%
5.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.9%
2.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.4%
0.5pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
26.3%
15.7pp 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
30.2%
Arthritis
18.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.2%
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
17.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.9%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
33.4%
Mobility
12.6%
Cognitive
18.6%
Hearing
5.9%
Vision
7.5%
Self-Care
4.4%
Independent Living
8.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
6.0 mi
Quincy Valley Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quincy Valley Medical Center | 6.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Columbia Basin Hospital | 20.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Kittitas Valley Community Hospital | 24.1 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Samaritan Hospital | 26.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Othello Community Hospital | 37.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
George has an obesity rate of 41.3%, which is 5.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.9%, 2.6pp below the national average. About 26.3% of adults lack health insurance. 65.9% 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.