Crockett county, TN

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Crockett County, Tennessee[edit | edit source]

Crockett County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2010 census, the population was 14,586. Its county seat is Alamo. The county was formed in 1871 from portions of Haywood and Madison counties. It is named in honor of David Crockett, frontier humorist, soldier, Tennessee state legislator and U.S. congressman, and defender of the Alamo.

Healthcare in Crockett County, Tennessee[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Crockett County, Tennessee is primarily provided by several healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. These facilities offer a range of services, from primary care to specialized treatments.

Hospitals[edit | edit source]

Crockett Hospital is the primary healthcare provider in the county. It is a general medical and surgical facility that provides a range of services, including emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation services. The hospital is located in Alamo, the county seat.

Clinics[edit | edit source]

There are several clinics in Crockett County that provide primary and specialized care. These include the Crockett County Health Department, which offers a variety of public health services, and the Crockett County Family Practice, which provides comprehensive family healthcare services.

Nursing Homes[edit | edit source]

Crockett County is home to several nursing homes that provide long-term care for the elderly and those with chronic illnesses. These include the Crockett County Nursing Home and the Alamo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Crockett County ranks 78th out of 95 counties in Tennessee for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher than average rate of smoking and obesity, and a lower than average rate of access to exercise opportunities. The county also has a higher than average rate of uninsured individuals.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

While Crockett County, Tennessee has several healthcare facilities that provide a range of services, there is room for improvement in terms of health outcomes. Efforts to reduce rates of smoking and obesity, increase access to exercise opportunities, and increase insurance coverage could help to improve the overall health of the county's residents.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Crockett county, TN



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Rhear Raymond 1659384253 MD M University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine 1971 Family Practice Alamo TN 38001
White Jerald 1770659732 MD M University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine 1972 Family Practice Alamo TN 38001
Nnaji Felix 1801890223 MD M Other 1989 Internal Medicine Family Practice • General Practice Bells TN 38006



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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Laman Lori 1295906378 F Other 2007 Nurse Practitioner Alamo TN 38001
Webb Karen 1902819501 NP F Other 2001 Nurse Practitioner Alamo TN 38001


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