Chs Alcoa (Blount Co)
FQHCOperated by Cherokee Health Systems
Services offered
Enabling services
Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.
Primary care
Routine adult and family medicine, annual exams, chronic disease management.
Hours
45.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time
About Chs Alcoa (Blount Co)
Chs Alcoa (Blount Co) is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Alcoa, TN. Fees are assessed on a sliding scale based on household income, uninsured patients below 200% of the federal poverty line typically pay a nominal fee of $0 to $30 per visit. The center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, commercial insurance, and uninsured patients.
Community Health Centers like Chs Alcoa (Blount Co) play a critical role in serving Black families and other historically underserved populations. They are required by federal rule to accept patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services in a single location.
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Coverage + benefits in Tennessee
Chs Alcoa (Blount Co) accepts Tennessee Medicaid. FQHC certified application counselors typically cross-enroll Medicaid + WIC + SNAP at the same visit. Anyone enrolled in Medicaid is automatically income-eligible for WIC under federal adjunctive eligibility (7 CFR 246.7).
Frequently asked questions
What services does Chs Alcoa (Blount Co) offer?
Chs Alcoa (Blount Co) in Alcoa, Tennessee offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Chs Alcoa (Blount Co) accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Chs Alcoa (Blount Co) accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Chs Alcoa (Blount Co)?
45.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time
Is Chs Alcoa (Blount Co) a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Chs Alcoa (Blount Co) is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) funded by HRSA Section 330. FQHCs are required by federal rule to accept patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.
Where is Chs Alcoa (Blount Co) located?
Chs Alcoa (Blount Co) is at 255 E Watt St, Alcoa, TN 37701-2236. Phone: 865-380-4390.
Please verify before visiting. Hours, services, and insurance acceptance can change. Call the center directly to confirm they're open and accepting new patients before you go. Data last verified on April 24, 2026.