Healthcare in Elk Mountain, WY
Health outcomes, prevention, hospitals, and community health data
Community Health Overview
Source: CDC PLACESObesity Rate
38.5%
2.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.0%
3.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.9%
3.0pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.9%
2.3pp 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
39.7%
Arthritis
31.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
11.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.8%
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
15.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Source: CDC PLACESAny Disability
36.2%
Mobility
18.3%
Cognitive
15.1%
Hearing
10.8%
Vision
6.0%
Self-Care
4.7%
Independent Living
9.5%
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital CompareNearest Hospitals
2
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
28.9 mi
North Platte Valley Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Platte Valley Medical Center | 28.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | ✓ |
| Ivinson Memorial Hospital | 48.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | ✓ |
Elk Mountain has an obesity rate of 38.5%, which is 2.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.0%, 3.5pp below the national average. About 12.9% of adults lack health insurance. 73.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year. There are 2 hospitals nearby. 2 offer emergency services. The average CMS quality rating is 2.0 out of 5.