Compare 2 family medicine physicians in Chattanooga, TN. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Chattanooga is the healthcare anchor for the tri-state corner where Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama meet. Erlanger Medical Center is the academic trauma center, while CHI Memorial (now part of CommonSpirit Health) provides the largest community hospital network. The city is smaller than Nashville or Knoxville, but it serves a regional population that extends well beyond Hamilton County.
Chattanooga has 2 family medicine physicians. The most common credential is MD (100%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Chattanooga sits in a river valley between ridges, so geography shapes how people get to care. Erlanger and Parkridge are clustered near downtown along I-24. CHI Memorial's main campus is on the east side along Gunbarrel Road, with a second campus in Hixson to the north. Most travel is by car, and the compact city means most appointments are within a 20-minute drive. Patients from northwest Georgia and northeast Alabama regularly cross state lines for care here.
Providers practice throughout Chattanooga. North Shore is a walkable neighborhood across the river from downtown with growing wellness-oriented practices and proximity to Erlanger. Southside is a revitalized area near downtown Chattanooga with new medical offices and community health services. St. Elmo is a historic neighborhood at the base of Lookout Mountain with established family practices. Red Bank is a suburban community served by CHI Memorial and several primary care offices along Dayton Boulevard.
Nearby hospitals include CHI Memorial Hospital, Erlanger Medical Center, and Parkridge Medical Center. Local training programs run through University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga and University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Erlanger Medical Center is a Level I trauma center and the primary teaching hospital for the University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga.
A first visit runs 30 to 45 minutes. The doctor will review your full medical history, family history, current medications, and lifestyle habits. They will perform a physical exam and order baseline lab work if needed. You will discuss your health goals and any concerns. Follow-up visits for specific issues are typically 15 to 20 minutes.
Erlanger and CHI Memorial are the two main systems. Erlanger is the trauma and academic center, while CHI Memorial has more community-oriented locations. Your insurance network is the best guide for choosing between them.
See a family medicine doctor for annual physicals, vaccinations, management of chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension, acute illnesses (colds, infections, rashes), sports physicals for children, women's wellness exams, mental health screening, and any new symptom you are unsure about. They treat all ages, so the entire household can see the same physician.
Wellness visit: $0 (preventive) · Sick visit copay: $20-50 · Lab work: $100-500 (varies by test)
Chattanooga, TN has 2 licensed family medicine physicians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of family medicine physicians in Chattanooga, TN are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
An annual wellness visit is covered at $0 under the ACA. Sick visit copays typically run $20 to $50. Basic lab work ranges from $100 to $500 depending on the tests ordered. Actual costs in Chattanooga, TN depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Preventive visits are free under the ACA. If your visit shifts from preventive to diagnostic (e.g., you mention a new symptom), you may be charged a copay. Clarify the visit type when scheduling.
Chattanooga has two main hospital systems: Erlanger Health System (academic, trauma) and CHI Memorial (CommonSpirit Health, community). Parkridge Medical Center (HCA) provides additional capacity. Start with your insurance network to narrow your options.
50% of family medicine physicians in Chattanooga, TN accept Medicare. Medicare covers an Annual Wellness Visit at no cost, plus coverage for medically necessary office visits with a 20% coinsurance after meeting the deductible. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some family medicine physicians in Chattanooga, TN accept TennCare, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers family medicine visits in all states. Preventive care, immunizations, and chronic disease management are standard covered services. Copays, if any, are minimal. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm TennCare participation before scheduling.
Healthy adults should see their family medicine doctor annually for a wellness visit. People managing chronic conditions may need visits every three to six months. Children follow a more frequent schedule during the first few years of life. With 2 family medicine physicians in Chattanooga, TN, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Yes. Erlanger and CHI Memorial both serve patients from Catoosa County (GA), Dade County (GA), and DeKalb County (AL). However, state Medicaid programs don't always transfer across borders, so verify your coverage before scheduling.
Chattanooga handles most routine and specialty care well. For highly specialized procedures or rare conditions, patients are typically referred to Vanderbilt in Nashville (about 2 hours) or Emory in Atlanta (about 2 hours). The city is well-positioned between both referral centers.
Guides to help you make informed decisions about your care.
Annual wellness visits are covered at 100% as preventive care under the ACA with no copay. Sick visits typically carry a copay of $20 to $50. Most insurance plans require or encourage selecting a primary care provider. Family medicine doctors are among the most widely available in-network PCPs. Confirm your doctor is in-network before scheduling.