Healthcare in Elkview, WV
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.8%
2.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
30.1%
6.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.4%
3.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
7.0%
3.6pp 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
45.0%
Arthritis
39.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.3%
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
20.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
30.1%
Loneliness
32.8%
Lack of Support
22.9%
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
38.8%
Mobility
18.8%
Cognitive
17.2%
Hearing
9.1%
Vision
5.2%
Self-Care
4.2%
Independent Living
10.2%
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
3
Avg CMS Rating
1.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
10.0 mi
Charleston Area Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Area Medical Center | 10.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | ✓ |
| Camc Charleston Surgical Hospital | 10.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Highland Hospital | 11.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Thomas Memorial Hospital | 17.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Montgomery General Hospital | 21.0 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
Elkview has an obesity rate of 38.8%, which is 2.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 30.1%, 6.6pp above the national average. About 7.0% of adults lack health insurance. 82.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 5 hospitals nearby. 3 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 1.0 out of 5.