Knox County Health Department - Centers of Excellence - Clinical Services for HIV

AKA:

KCHD

Description:

Services in the Center include health clinical services, medical care related to HIV and AIDS, and nutritional and pharmaceutical counseling. Case management services are available for persons with HIV and AIDS. Each patient is screened for Ryan White services and eligibility is determined. Medical Case Managers assist patients with TennCare, the Indigent Care Program, HIV medications, and Ryan White referrals for dental, medical, eye care, and nutritional services. ACA with Tenncare and Indigent Care.

Hours:

Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Intake Process:

HIV specialty clinic requires a referral from the patient's primary care physician for an appointment

Program Fees:

Call (865) 215-5080 for details.

Eligibility:

Must be 18 years old or older;
Resident of Knox County and the 15 surrounding counties;
Must be on TennCare, Knox County Indigent Care Program, or are Ryan White eligible;
Must be referred by primary care physician;
Does not serve patients with private insurance or Medicare;
Case Management services require identification of the patient, proof of residency, proof of income, and proof of positive lab study.

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

October 20, 2015

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Legal Status:

City/County (Parish)