Lucas County Health Center
Chariton, Iowa · Lucas CountyCMS #161341
25 BedsNot-for-ProfitRuralCritical Access
Financial Snapshot
-2.6%
Operating Margin
State median: -0.3%
-2.3%
Total Margin
43
Days Cash on Hand
State median: 48
11.2%
Occupancy Rate
State median: 23.8%
Source: CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS)
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Community Context
County Health Indicators
Diabetes10.7%
Obesity41.1%
Uninsured5.4%
PCPs per 10K10.3
Primary Care HPSADental Health HPSAMental Health HPSA
Sources: County Health Rankings, CDC SVI 2022, HRSA HPSA
Nearest Hospitals
| Hospital | Beds | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wayne County Hospital | 25 | 18.9 mi |
| Va Hosp | 1369 | 21.4 mi |
| Knoxville Hospital & Clinics | 25 | 22 mi |
Related Pages
Data from CMS Provider of Services, CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS), County Health Rankings, CDC Social Vulnerability Index, and HRSA Bureau of Health Workforce. Last updated: 2026-03-11.