Healthcare Providers in Nashville, TN
25,073 providers found in Nashville, TN.
Davidson County · Population: 689,447
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State: TNCity: Nashville
About healthcare in Nashville, TN
Nashville earned the nickname "Healthcare Capital" because more than 500 healthcare companies are headquartered here, including HCA Healthcare, the largest for-profit hospital operator in the country. Vanderbilt University Medical Center is the academic powerhouse, while TriStar (an HCA division) and Saint Thomas (Ascension) run the community hospital networks. The industry doesn't just serve patients here; it defines the local economy.
FindClarity lists 25,073 healthcare providers in Nashville, TN. The city has a population of about 689,447. Nashville is in Davidson County County.
Nashville's healthcare infrastructure clusters around two corridors. Vanderbilt's campus and Saint Thomas Midtown are in the West End and Midtown area, while TriStar Centennial is just south of Music Row. The suburbs are well-served by TriStar and Saint Thomas outpatient campuses along I-65 (south to Brentwood and Franklin) and I-24 (southeast to Murfreesboro). Nashville has limited public transit, so most patients drive.
Hospitals in the area include Vanderbilt University Medical Center, TriStar Centennial Medical Center, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, and Saint Thomas Health. East Nashville is a rapidly growing area across the river from downtown, with new medical practices and community clinics. The Gulch is a trendy downtown neighborhood near TriStar Centennial Medical Center and Vanderbilt outpatient clinics. Germantown is a revitalized historic neighborhood near Meharry Medical College and Nashville General Hospital. 12South is a walkable neighborhood with boutique wellness practices and proximity to Vanderbilt's campus.
Nashville is home to Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Meharry Medical College, and Belmont University, which contribute to the local healthcare workforce.
Nashville is known as the Healthcare Capital of the US, with over 500 healthcare companies headquartered in the city.
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is the dominant commercial carrier with the broadest provider networks. UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and Aetna are common through large employers. TennCare (Tennessee Medicaid) covers roughly 1.5 million Tennesseans, with managed care through BlueCare, Amerigroup, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan. Most Vanderbilt, TriStar, and Saint Thomas facilities participate in TennCare.
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FindClarity currently lists 25,073 healthcare providers in Nashville, TN. This includes doctors, therapists, dentists, and other specialists. The directory is updated regularly as new providers are added.
FindClarity covers a wide range of specialties in Nashville, TN, including primary care physicians, dentists, therapists, psychologists, cardiologists, dermatologists, orthopedists, and many more. You can browse all available specialties or search for a specific type of provider.
Hospitals in the Nashville, TN area include Vanderbilt University Medical Center, TriStar Centennial Medical Center, Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, and Saint Thomas Health. Many providers listed on FindClarity are affiliated with these and other local hospitals. You can check a provider's hospital affiliations on their profile page.
Many providers in Nashville, TN accept TennCare. You can use the insurance filter on FindClarity to find providers who accept TennCare and are currently taking new patients. Coverage and copays vary by plan type, so confirm details with the provider's office.
Nashville has three main systems: Vanderbilt (academic), TriStar/HCA (for-profit community), and Saint Thomas/Ascension (nonprofit community). Vanderbilt is the referral destination for complex specialty care. For routine primary care and urgent care, TriStar and Saint Thomas both have convenient suburban locations.
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is the dominant carrier, covering the majority of employer-sponsored plans. UnitedHealthcare and Cigna also have strong networks. TennCare (Tennessee Medicaid) is accepted at Vanderbilt, Meharry, and most TriStar and Saint Thomas locations.
Many providers in Nashville, TN are accepting new patients. You can filter search results on FindClarity to show only providers currently accepting new patients. Availability changes frequently, so if a provider you are interested in is not currently accepting patients, check back or call their office to ask about waitlists.
Nashville, TN is home to Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Meharry Medical College, and Belmont University. These institutions train physicians, dentists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. Providers who trained locally often continue practicing in the area, contributing to the local healthcare workforce.
More than 500 healthcare companies are headquartered in Nashville, including HCA Healthcare (the largest for-profit hospital chain in the US), Community Health Systems, and Envision Healthcare. The industry employs over 300,000 people in the metro area.
Vanderbilt University Medical Center is consistently ranked as the top hospital in Tennessee and is the academic referral center for the region. For routine care, TriStar and Saint Thomas hospitals are excellent and often more convenient for suburban residents.
