Polk county, TN

Polk County, Tennessee

• Polk County is a county located in the southeastern region of the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2010 census, the population was 16,825. Its county seat is Benton. The county was created on November 28, 1839, and named after James K. Polk, who was then Governor of Tennessee and later became President of the United States.

Healthcare in Polk County, Tennessee

• Healthcare in Polk County, Tennessee is provided by a variety of facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized care centers. These facilities offer a range of services, from primary care to specialized treatments.

Hospitals

• Copper Basin Medical Center is a critical access hospital located in Copperhill, Polk County. It provides emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, and a variety of other healthcare services to the residents of Polk County and surrounding areas.

Clinics

• Polk County Health Department operates clinics in Benton and Copperhill. These clinics provide a range of services, including immunizations, family planning, and health education.

Specialized Care Centers

• Life Bridges, Inc. is a specialized care center located in Cleveland, TN, serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities from Polk County and surrounding areas. They offer a variety of services, including residential services, day services, and supported employment.

Health Statistics

• According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Polk County ranks 78th out of 95 counties in Tennessee for overall health outcomes. This ranking takes into account factors such as premature death, poor or fair health, poor physical health days, and poor mental health days.

Conclusion

• Healthcare in Polk County, Tennessee is provided by a variety of facilities and organizations, each dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the county's residents. Despite facing challenges, these providers continue to work towards improving health outcomes and increasing access to quality healthcare services.
  

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Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Education	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Nelson Stacie 1164518502	NP	F	Emory University School Of Medicine	2000	Nurse Practitioner			B	Copperhill	TN	37317	4234969214
Clary Bryan 1003137308		M	Other	2010	Physical Therapy				Benton	TN	37307
Gager Joseph 1306895784	PT	M	Other	1980	Physical Therapy				Benton	TN	37307

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