Healthcare in Birch River, WV
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
37.6%
1.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
34.3%
10.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.0%
2.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.7%
3.9pp 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
41.6%
Arthritis
40.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
10.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.8%
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
22.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
34.3%
Loneliness
36.3%
Lack of Support
21.7%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
39.7%
Mobility
18.9%
Cognitive
18.9%
Hearing
8.8%
Vision
5.3%
Self-Care
4.2%
Independent Living
11.4%
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
Nearest Hospital
16.0 mi
Braxton County Memorial Hospital, Inc
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braxton County Memorial Hospital, Inc | 16.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Summersville Regional Medical Center | 20.6 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Minnie Hamilton Health System | 33.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Roane General Hospital | 36.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Montgomery General Hospital | 38.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Birch River has an obesity rate of 37.6%, which is 1.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 34.3%, 10.8pp above the national average. About 6.7% of adults lack health insurance. 82.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 5 offer emergency services.