Cocke county, TN
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Cocke County, Tennessee[edit | edit source]
- Cocke County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2010 census, the population was 35,662. Its county seat is Newport. Cocke County comprises the Newport, TN Micropolitan Statistical Area, which is part of the Knoxville-Morristown-Sevierville, TN Combined Statistical Area.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Cocke County is situated in the northeastern part of Tennessee, bordering North Carolina. The county's geography is dominated by the Great Smoky Mountains and the Pigeon River.
Healthcare in Cocke County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a vital aspect of life in Cocke County, with several healthcare facilities providing services to the residents.
Newport Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Newport Medical Center is a critical access hospital located in Newport, the county seat. It provides a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital is part of the Tennova Healthcare network.
Rural Medical Services[edit | edit source]
- Rural Medical Services is a network of community health centers serving Cocke County and surrounding areas. It offers primary care services, dental care, and behavioral health services. The organization operates several clinics in the county, including the Cosby Health Center and the Parrottsville Medical Center.
Smoky Mountain Home Health and Hospice[edit | edit source]
- Smoky Mountain Home Health and Hospice provides home health and hospice care services to residents of Cocke County and other counties in East Tennessee. The organization offers skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other services.
Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
- According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Cocke County ranks 89th out of 95 counties in Tennessee for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher than average rate of smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity. The county also has a higher than average rate of uninsured individuals.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Cocke County, Tennessee, is served by a variety of facilities, each providing unique services to meet the needs of the community. Despite the challenges, these institutions continue to strive for better health outcomes for all residents.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Cocke county, TN
Cocke county, TN - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
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| Chaudhry Fahd 1407049539 | M | Other | 2002 | Interventional Cardiology | Suite 201 | Newport | TN | 37821 | ||||
| Hughes Michael 1598764565 | MD | M | Mercer University School Of Medicine | 1998 | Psychiatry | Newport | TN | 37821 |
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| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in Tennessee | |
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