Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center Delivering Quality Care and More to Cocke County: Total Community Benefit Exceeded $55 Million in 2024

4/7/2025

Newport, TN (April 7th, 2025) – Tennova Healthcare - Newport Medical Center provided care to thousands of area residents in 2024, with more than 78,000 patient encounters across its network of physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. In addition to delivering safe, quality, compassionate healthcare, the health system is helping those in need, supporting charitable organizations and contributing to the area economy. In its most recent Community Benefit Report, Newport Medical Center’s impact totaled an estimated $55 million in 2024.

“Our work to grow and enhance the medical services we provide is ongoing, as we continuously improve our safety and quality and support access to healthcare for our community,” said Scott Williams, chief executive officer of Newport Medical Center. “From providing care to our most vulnerable residents to supporting local charitable organizations, we are proud to make an impact on the health, well-being and quality of life in Cocke County.”

Newport Medical Center’s emergency room provides lifesaving, medically necessary care at more than 23,000 patient encounters each year, treating all patients regardless of their ability to pay. In 2024, Newport Medical Center provided more than $29 million in charity and uncompensated care and provided resources to help patients in need of secure medications and medical support devices.

The health system and its employees also support local organizations that make a difference, especially those addressing social determinants of health. Through service projects such as the annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter drive for Feed My Sheep Ministries and contributions to charitable organizations such as Cocke County Isaiah 117 House, Newport Rescue Squad and Fire Departments and the American Strides for Breast Cancer. Newport Medical Center gives back to the community throughout the year.

To enhance patient care and expand healthcare access, Newport Medical Center is investing in medical services, facilities and technologies. Capital projects in 2024 totaled approximately $571,000 and included a new 64 Slice CT with cardiac imaging.

The hospital also took steps to strengthen neurology services by onboarding neurologist, Dr. Annette Goodman. This means specialized care for neurological conditions such as migraines, epilepsy, stroke, and neurodegenerative diseases closer to home. General surgery services have also been strengthened through the recruitment of Dr. Evan Foulke and Dr. Mariah Beasley. General surgery providers to support timely access to essential surgical care, particularly for emergency situations and common procedures like appendectomies, hernia repairs, and gallbladder removals. With more surgeons available, patients can receive quicker diagnoses, treatment, and recovery, reducing wait times and improving outcomes.

“We are strategically applying our resources to help area residents have access to the care they need close to home,” said CEO Williams. “These investments, along with our outstanding medical staff and employees, support our delivery of high quality medical care and services for a positive patient experience.”

Newport Medical Center is one of the community’s larger employers with a payroll of more than $23 million. Support for the future healthcare workforce includes training the next generation of medical professionals. In addition to supporting the local economy through job creation, Newport Medical Center paid approximately $2.6 million in taxes in 2024, monies that support local infrastructure and civic resources.

Newport Medical Center’s commitment to helping people get well and live healthier includes a free monthly e-newsletter with health and wellness tips for all ages. Sign up at www.tennovanewport.com/enewsletter-sign-up.

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