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KNOXVILLE, TN (September 16, 2020) – Tennova Healthcare today announced it is offering free influenza vaccines on a first-come, first-served basis to the Campbell County community. LaFollette Medical Center is holding a Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic at two locations this year: Friday, October 2 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. LaFollette City Hall 207 South Tennessee Avenue LaFollette, Tennessee Saturday, October 3 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Jacksboro Middle School 150 Eagle Circle Jacksboro, Tennessee Flu shots will be offered t... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (July 10, 2020) – The Knoxville area’s four local hospital systems have collaborated over the past few months to monitor and address the evolving COVID-19 impact on our region. In response to the steadily increasing number of COVID-19 cases in our area, Covenant Health, Tennova Healthcare and The University of Tennessee Medical Center have collectively made the decision to update our current visitation policies for the health and safety of our patients and team members as well as the commu... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (April 30, 2020) – Tennova Healthcare is urging our local community to seek emergency care when needed – without delay. If you experience a medical emergency such as stroke symptoms or chest pain that may be a heart attack, a timely response will support the best possible outcome. Even with a limited number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our community, Tennova hospitals have implemented precautions to protect patients and staff, including screening all patients for symptoms and risk factor... ... Read More

LAFOLLETTE, TN (April 29, 2020) – As healthcare organizations continually monitor the impact of COVID-19 on our region, LaFollette Medical Center is working to have a phased, responsible restart of procedures and services that have been temporarily closed over the past several weeks. The temporary closure affected non-essential procedures, diagnostics, and outpatient services. Factors that support reopening these services include: 1) effectively flattening the curve through social distancing, 2) improve... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (April 14, 2020) – Tennova Medical Group has made it possible for patients to see their primary care provider or specialist using a smartphone, tablet or computer. Telehealth or virtual visits allow you to talk with a physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant just as you would in the doctor’s office, but without leaving the comfort of home. Appointments are available for new and existing patients. “Continuity of care is important to us, as is the safety of patients and staff dur... ... Read More

Family medicine physician is accepting new patients at Tennova LaFollette Medical Center Clinic – South KNOXVILLE, TN (December 12, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed S. Michele Pearman, D.O., to Tennova LaFollette Medical Center Clinic – South, a department of LaFollette Medical Center. She is accepting new patients at her office at 2145 Jacksboro Pike, LaFollette. Same-day appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call (423) 907-1700. Dr. Pearman specializes in caring for men, ... ... Read More

Scheduling recommended appointments, tests and surgeries now can maximize your health plan benefits KNOXVILLE, TN (November 25, 2019) – As the holidays approach, it’s easy to forget to take advantage of your insurance benefits. Tennova Healthcare is urging individuals to direct their attention to outstanding healthcare needs and take full advantage of paid-up deductibles or available funds in flexible spending accounts (FSAs). “In considering their healthcare needs, people also should consider the best ... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (October 17, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare announced today the availability of a toll-free helpline designed to help Medicare beneficiaries select a health plan that fits their needs and budget. The free helpline connects callers with local licensed agents who can assist in comparing traditional Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Supplement and Prescription plans, and then facilitate enrollment in the plan selected. Through this program it will be easier for Medicare beneficiaries to find a plan t... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (October 9, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare today announced it is offering free influenza vaccines on a first-come, first-served basis to the Campbell County community. Tennova is holding a Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic in the parking lot of LaFollette Medical Center, 923 East Central Avenue in LaFollette, on Friday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The hospital will also offer free flu shots at the Big Creek ATV Festival in downtown LaFollette on Saturday, October 12, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Flu... ... Read More

Skilled and intermediate care facility nets high marks for overall quality KNOXVILLE, TN (September 6, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare’s LaFollette Health & Rehabilitation Center has been recognized as a four-star facility by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS). The skilled and intermediate care facility has exceeded the national average in both overall quality and the health inspection rating. Additionally, LaFollette Health & Rehabilitation Center also achieved the national average... ... Read More