Healthcare in Big Sandy, WV
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
51.3%
15.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
34.2%
10.7pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
23.7%
11.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
15.6%
5.0pp 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
44.0%
Arthritis
43.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
56.9%
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
27.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
34.2%
Loneliness
36.5%
Lack of Support
26.1%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
53.3%
Mobility
30.3%
Cognitive
28.5%
Hearing
11.7%
Vision
12.6%
Self-Care
10.3%
Independent Living
20.0%
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
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
8.4 mi
Welch Community Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welch Community Hospital | 8.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Buchanan General Hospital | 23.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
| Clinch Valley Medical Center | 24.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | ✓ |
| Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital | 28.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Logan Regional Medical Center | 32.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | ✓ |
Big Sandy has an obesity rate of 51.3%, which is 15.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 34.2%, 10.7pp above the national average. About 15.6% of adults lack health insurance. 78.3% 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 3.0 out of 5.