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Parkridge Medical Center

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Parkridge Medical Center, founded in 1971, is a 275-bed hospital located in downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee. The facility has received numerous accolades, including being named one of America´s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades for multiple years. Parkridge excels in cardiology, orthopedics, Neurosurgery, and critical care, offering comprehensive diagnostic and surgical services to the community.

NPI Number : 1104874684

2333 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404

(423) 493-1000

www.parkridgehealth.com

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Departments

Cardiology

Radiology

General Surgery

Neurology

Orthopedics

Pulmonology

Women´s Care

Oncology

Wound Care

Physical Rehabilitation

Appointment Information

Department	Appointment Options
Cardiology	- Phone scheduling: (423) 493-1644 - Online scheduling available - Same-day appointments may be available
Diagnostic Imaging	- Phone scheduling: (423) 493-1271 - Online scheduling available for mammograms
Emergency	- Walk-in 24/7 - No appointment needed
General Services	- Phone scheduling: (423) 698-6061 - Online registration available
Outpatient Services	- Phone scheduling: (423) 493-1260 - Online registration available
Sports Medicine	- Phone scheduling: (423) 493-1272
Surgery	- Phone scheduling: (423) 493-1781 - Online registration available

Visiting Hours

Department	Visitation Information
Emergency Department	No visitors allowed
General Inpatient	One visitor per patient per day, 10:00am - 6:00pm
ICU	One visitor per patient, 10:00am - 6:00pm only
Labor & Delivery	Two visitors permitted
Outpatient Procedures	One visitor allowed
Phone Scheduling	Call (423) 698-2435 during business hours
Same-Day Visits	Available, call to inquire
Virtual Visits	Available through MyHealthONE patient portal
Walk-In Visits	Not permitted, call ahead

Important Doctors

Parkridge Medical Center Information

Management and Leadership Team

Name	Title	Department	Areas of Expertise
Chris Cosby	President and Chief Executive Officer	Executive Leadership	Strategic Planning, Hospital Operations
Caroline F. Burris	Chief Executive Officer	Parkridge East Hospital	Women´s Health Services, Hospital Administration
Carolyn Ridge	Chief Financial Officer	Finance	Financial Management, Budgeting
Daniel Winkler	Vice President - Operations	Operations	Ambulatory Surgery, Operational Efficiency
Kylie Kidd	Assistant Chief Financial Officer	Finance	Financial Analysis, Revenue Cycle Management
Richard Moody	Chief Operating Officer	Operations	Hospital Operations, Process Improvement
Walter C. Kerschl	Chief Medical Officer	Medical Affairs	Clinical Quality, Physician Leadership
Whitney Evans Snardon	Chief Operating Officer	Parkridge Medical Center	Hospital Administration, Operational Excellence
Will Windham	Chief Executive Officer	Parkridge East Hospital	Hospital Management, Strategic Growth

Average Salary

Department	Common Procedures	Average Cost	Financial Assistance
Cardiology	Angioplasty Cardiac Catheterization Echocardiogram	$28,000 - $58,000 $5,000 - $10,000 $1,000 - $3,000	Financial assistance available for eligible patients
Oncology	Chemotherapy (per session) Radiation Therapy (per session) PET Scan	$5,000 - $10,000 $1,500 - $3,000 $3,000 - $6,000	Payment plans offered
Neurology	MRI Brain Scan EEG Stroke Treatment	$1,500 - $4,000 $200 - $700 $20,000 - $50,000	Charity care for qualifying low-income patients
Orthopedics	Total Knee Replacement Hip Replacement Arthroscopy	$30,000 - $50,000 $30,000 - $50,000 $5,000 - $10,000	Discounts for uninsured patients
Outpatient	Physical Therapy (per session) X-Ray Ultrasound	$100 - $350 $100 - $500 $100 - $1,000	Sliding scale fees based on income

Support Programs for Patients

Program	Description
Financial Assistance Policy	100% charity discount for patients 0-200% of Federal Poverty Level
Expanded Financial Assistance	Potential discounts for patients 201-400% of Federal Poverty Level with balances over $1,500
Home Health Agencies	In-home medical care through Parkridge Health Plus Care Network
Hospice Care	End-of-life care through Parkridge Health Plus Care Network
Palliative Care	Supportive care for serious illnesses through partnership with Family of Caring Healthcare System
Social Work Services	Support from social workers as part of critical care teams

Payment Plans

Payment Plan Option	Details
Interest-Free Payment Plans	Up to 6 years depending on balance owed
Minimum Monthly Payment	$25
Short-Term Plans	3-12 months for balances under $2,000
Medium-Term Plans	24-36 months for balances $2,001-$7,500
Long-Term Plans	48-72 months for balances over $7,500
Financial Assistance	Available for eligible low-income patients
Online Self-Service	Set up plans through MyHealthONE patient portal

Accepted Insurance Companies

Aetna

Amerigroup

Cigna

Humana

Medicaid

Medicare

United Healthcare

Wellpoint

Workers Compensation

Cost Consulting

Department	Financial Services
Patient Financial Services	- Financial counselors available - Assistance finding financial aid programs - Help with insurance verification - Explanation of benefits and coverage - Payment plan options - Charity care program for uninsured/underinsured patients
Billing Office	- Cost estimates for procedures - Explanation of hospital charges - Help understanding medical bills - Information on government assistance programs
Admissions	- Financial counseling prior to admission - Information on payment options - Assistance applying for Medicaid/Medicare
Emergency Department	- Financial counseling available 24/7 - Information on charity care program - Help with urgent financial assistance applications

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Accommodation	Details
Physical Accessibility	Accessible buildings and grounds, Reserved parking for disabled patients
Communication Aids	American Sign Language interpreters, Video remote interpreting, Telephone interpreting services, Large print materials
Assistive Devices	Telecommunications devices, Service animals allowed
Priority Services	Prompt response to requests, Discharge planning evaluation available
Staff Training	Training on inclusive care and accessibility needs
Other Accommodations	Free translator services, Religious/pastoral counseling, Designated support person allowed

Digital Health Services

Department	Digital Health Services
Cardiology	- Remote cardiac monitoring - Virtual follow-up appointments - Online heart health education resources
Emergency	- Online ER wait times - Virtual triage for non-urgent cases
General Medicine	- Telehealth video visits - E-prescriptions - Secure messaging with providers
Neurology	- Remote neurological assessments - Virtual stroke care consultations
Oncology	- Online cancer treatment planning - Virtual support groups - Remote symptom monitoring
Orthopedics	- Virtual physical therapy sessions - Remote post-surgery monitoring
Patient Portal	- View test results - Schedule appointments - Pay bills online - Access medical records
Radiology	- Online imaging results - Virtual radiology consultations
Surgery	- Virtual pre-operative consultations - Online post-operative care instructions

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Department	Program
Family Medicine	Residency Program
Medical Students	Clinical Observer Program
Multiple Specialties	Continuing Medical Education
Nursing	New Graduate Nurse Residency Program
Nuclear Medicine	Technology Program
Various	Community Health Classes and Events

Collaborative Research Projects

Department	Research Project	Details
Oncology	ALCHEMIST Trial	Genetic testing for stage IB-IIIA non-small cell lung cancer patients
Neurology	Blinatumomab Clinical Trial	Treatment for B-lymphoblastic leukemia/lymphoma in patients with/without Down syndrome
Cardiology	Lorundrostat Trial	Evaluating blood pressure-lowering effects in resistant hypertension patients
Nephrology	VX-147 Study	Treatment for APOL1-mediated proteinuric kidney disease in adults and children
Gastroenterology	Semaglutide Research	Evaluating efficacy in non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) patients

Professional Development Programs

Department	Affiliation/Program
Cardiology	Accredited Cardiac Rehabilitation Program – American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Cancer Care	Accredited Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Program
Sleep Medicine	Accredited – American Academy of Sleep Medicine
Laboratory	Lab Accreditation – The Joint Commission
Cardiovascular	Carotid Artery Stent Certification – The Joint Commission
Quality Improvement	Core Measure Solution Exchange – The Joint Commission
Heart Failure	Get with the Guidelines Gold Plus for Heart Failure – American Heart Association
Radiology	Mammography Accreditation – American College of Radiology
Cardiac Care	Center for Excellence in Cardiac Care and Heart Rhythm Disorders – United Health Premium
Orthopedics	Blue Distinction for Hip and Knee Replacement – Blue Cross Blue Shield
Pulmonology	Designated by the American College of Radiology as a Lung Cancer Screening Center

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Department	Certification/Accreditation	Accrediting Body
Cardiology	Accredited Cardiac Rehabilitation Program	American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Cancer Care	Accredited Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Program	American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer
Laboratory	Lab Accreditation	The Joint Commission
Cardiovascular	Carotid Artery Stent Certification	The Joint Commission
Heart Failure	Get with the Guidelines Gold Plus for Heart Failure	American Heart Association
Mammography	Mammography Accreditation	American College of Radiology
Cardiac Care	Center for Excellence in Cardiac Care and Heart Rhythm Disorders	United Health Premium
Orthopedics	Blue Distinction for Hip and Knee Replacement	Blue Cross Blue Shield
Lung Cancer Screening	Designated Lung Cancer Screening Center	American College of Radiology

Internship and Observation Programs

Department	Opportunity
Anesthesiology	Nurse Anesthetist Internship
Emergency	ER Nurse Extern Program
Labor and Delivery	Nurse Internship
Medical-Surgical	Nurse Extern Program
Nursing	New Graduate RN Residency Program
Oncology	Medical Oncology RN Internship
Volunteer Services	Hospital Volunteer Program

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Department	Award
Critical Care	America´s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Gastrointestinal Care	America´s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Gastrointestinal Surgery	America´s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Hospital Overall	America´s 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Orthopedic Surgery	America´s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)
Patient Safety	Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)
Pulmonary Care	America´s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care Award™ (2025, 2023)
Spine Surgery	America´s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Stroke Care	America´s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care Award™ (2025)
Surgical Care	America´s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025)
Vascular Surgery	America´s 50 Best Hospitals for Vascular Surgery Award™ (2025)

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Department	Residency/Fellowship
Anesthesiology	Residency
Cardiovascular Disease	Fellowship
Emergency Medicine	Residency
Family Medicine	Residency
Internal Medicine	Residency
Obstetrics and Gynecology	Residency
Pediatrics	Residency
Surgery	Residency

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

Department	Residency/Fellowship
Cardiology	Fellowship
Internal Medicine	Residency
Obstetrics and Gynecology	Residency
Pharmacy	Residency
Surgery	Residency

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Department	Services/Support for Uninsured Patients
Financial Assistance	- Financial assistance for those at 0-200% of Federal Poverty Level - Expanded assistance for balances over $1,500 and income 201-400% of Federal Poverty Level - Charity care discounts
Billing	- Payment plans - Online bill pay options - Itemized billing statements available
Emergency Care	- Emergency services provided regardless of ability to pay - Stabilizing treatment guaranteed under EMTALA law
Pricing	- Discounted pricing for uninsured patients - Price estimates available before treatment
Insurance Guidance	- Information on Medicaid eligibility and application - Referrals to insurance navigators/marketplace options

Hospital Research Collaborations

Department	Research Partner
Behavioral Health	HCA Healthcare Research Institute
Cardiology	Sarah Cannon Research Institute
Clinical Trials	HCA Healthcare Research Institute
Community Health	The Enterprise Center
Emergency Medicine	University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga
Graduate Medical Education	University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga
Oncology	Sarah Cannon Research Institute

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Department	Mentorship/Advisory Program
Emergency Medicine	Resident-student mentorship program
Internal Medicine	Faculty mentorship program for residents
Nursing	Nurse Residency Program with mentoring
Pediatrics	Structured mentoring for pediatric residents
Surgery	Surgical resident mentorship program

Parkridge Medical Center Nearest Places

Hotels

0.8 km

4.3

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chattanooga Downtown

Free Wi-Fi, Pool, Fitness Center, Restaurant

0.9 km

4.2

Holiday Inn & Suites Chattanooga Downtown

Free Wi-Fi, Fitness Center, Restaurant, Business Center

1.0 km

4.5

The Read House

Free Wi-Fi, Pool, Fitness Center, Restaurant, Bar

1.0 km

4.2

Chattanooga Marriott Downtown

Free Wi-Fi, Pool, Fitness Center, Restaurant, Business Center

1.0 km

4.3

The Moxy Chattanooga Downtown

Free Wi-Fi, Bar, Fitness Center, Modern Design

1.0 km

4.4

Hampton Inn & Suites Chattanooga/Downtown

Free Wi-Fi, Free Breakfast, Fitness Center, Business Center

Florists and Gift Shops

0.7 km

4.7

Joy´s Flowers

Large inventory of fresh flowers, plants, wedding and funeral designs, gift baskets

0.0 km

4.3

Lori´s Gifts at Parkridge Medical Center

Hospital gift shop, flowers, balloons, snacks, sundries

0.9 km

4.5

The Flower Shop

Fresh flowers, plants, gift baskets, same-day delivery

0.8 km

4.6

Chattanooga Florist

Fresh flowers, plants, gift baskets, hospital delivery

1.0 km

4.4

Lometa´s Flowers

Fresh flowers, plants, gift baskets, hospital delivery

0.9 km

4.2

Florist One

Fresh flowers, plants, gift baskets, same-day delivery

Food and Restaurant

0.5 km

4.4

Wally´s Restaurant

American, Southern, Breakfast

0.1 km

3.8

Subway

Sandwiches, Fast Food

0 km

3.5

Parkridge Medical Center Cafeteria

Hospital Cafeteria, American

0.1 km

4.2

Truckin Eats

Food Truck, Various Cuisines

0.1 km

4.5

Freaky Funnels

Food Truck, Desserts

0.9 km

4.5

Uncle Larry´s Restaurant

Southern, Soul Food

Pharmacies

0.8 km

4.2

Pulmonaire Pharmacy

Specialized respiratory medications, medical equipment

0.9 km

3.8

CVS Pharmacy

Prescription refills, immunizations, health screenings

1.0 km

4.5

Cempa Community Pharmacy

HIV/AIDS medications, PrEP services, community health programs

1.0 km

WellAdvantage Pharmacy

Prescription services, over-the-counter medications

0.7 km

3.9

Erlanger Pharmacy

Hospital pharmacy, specialized medications

1.0 km

4.1

CHI Memorial Outpatient Pharmacy

Outpatient prescriptions, medication counseling

Taxi and Transportation

0.8 km

4.9

Nooga Taxi

Airport transfers, local rides, long-distance trips, tourism services, corporate transportation, non-emergency medical transportation

0.9 km

4.2

Chattanooga Taxi

Local rides, airport transfers, 24/7 service

0.7 km

3.8

Yellow Cab of Chattanooga

Local rides, airport transfers, wheelchair accessible vehicles

0.2 km

CARTA Bus Stop - McCallie Ave & Willow St

Public bus transportation

0.1 km

4.3

Uber Pickup Point

Ridesharing services

0.1 km

4.2

Lyft Pickup Point

Ridesharing services

ATMs and Banks

0 km

Regions Bank ATM

24/7 ATM, Walk-up

0.1 km

Parkridge Credit Union

Full-service credit union, ATM

0.5 km

First Citizens National Bank ATM

24-hour ATM

0.7 km

Bank of America ATM

Drive-thru ATM, 24/7 access

0.8 km

SunTrust Bank ATM

24/7 ATM

0.9 km

4.3

Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union

Full-service credit union, ATM

Parking Lots

0 km

4.2

Parkridge Medical Center Visitor Parking

Free parking, 24/7 access, located in front of hospital

0.2 km

3.8

Vine Street Parking Lot

Student parking, open lot

0.3 km

3.9

Oak and Lyerly Street Parking

Student parking, open lot

Shopping Malls

0.9 km

4.3

Hamilton Place Mall

Large shopping mall with over 150 stores, restaurants, and a food court

0.7 km

4.1

Eastgate Town Center

Mixed-use development with retail stores, offices, and restaurants

0.8 km

Brainerd Village Shopping Center

Open-air shopping center with various retail stores and restaurants

Stationery and Copying Services

0.9 km

4.7

Aladdin Printing and Copying

Printing, copying, graphic design, stationery

0.8 km

4.9

WonderPress

Custom digital printing, bindery services, various paper options

0.7 km

4.3

The UPS Store

Printing, copying, binding, laminating, custom calendars

Car Rental

0.9 km

4.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Economy cars, SUVs, trucks, vans

0.8 km

3.9

Hertz

Compact cars, luxury vehicles, convertibles

1.0 km

4.1

Budget Car Rental

Sedans, minivans, full-size SUVs

Patient Experiences

✅ Summary of Positive Reviews

The reviews for Parkridge Medical Center are overwhelmingly positive. Patients consistently praised the efficiency and professionalism of the staff, highlighting their friendliness and comforting presence during stressful times. Comments frequently mentioned the quick and attentive care received, with special mentions for staff members who displayed exceptional kindness and good humor, making the hospital experience more pleasant. The facility´s well-run operations and polite staff left patients feeling well cared for and in good hands.

❌ Summary of Negative Reviews

There are no negative reviews in the provided data.

Working Hours

Emergency Department

Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

Outpatient Services

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Diagnostic Imaging

Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday: 8:00am - 12:00pm

Laboratory Services

Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday: 8:00am - 12:00pm

Department Phones

Department	Phone
General Information	(423) 698-6061
Ask-A-Nurse	(423) 242-4128
Billing Inquiries	(800) 725-8449
Cardiac Cath Lab	(423) 493-1644
Cardiac Rehabilitation	(423) 493-6714
Emergency Center	(423) 493-1491
Mammograms	(423) 493-1271
MedLine	(423) 622-6848
Patient Information	(423) 493-1486
Patient Registration	(800) 593-1843
Scheduling	(423) 493-1271

Language and Translation Services

English
Spanish
Vietnamese
Arabic
Burmese
Portuguese
Chinese

Parkridge Medical Center

NPI Number : 1104874684

2333 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404

(423) 493-1000

www.parkridgehealth.com

Departments

Cardiology

Radiology

General Surgery

Neurology

Orthopedics

Pulmonology

Women´s Care

Oncology

Wound Care

Physical Rehabilitation

Appointment Information

Visiting Hours

Important Doctors

Philip John Andrews

Gregory Neil Ball

Harvey Daniel Bowden

Marvin L Eason

Edrick Jordan Ferguson

John Neil Galbraith

Timothy Michael Grant

Mandeep Singh Grewal

Wesley W Harris Jr

Sandra Davis Kaplan

Parkridge Medical Center Information

Management and Leadership Team

Average Salary

Support Programs for Patients

Payment Plans

Accepted Insurance Companies

Cost Consulting

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Digital Health Services

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Collaborative Research Projects

Professional Development Programs

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Internship and Observation Programs

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Hospital Research Collaborations

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Parkridge Medical Center Nearest Places

Hotels

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chattanooga Downtown

Holiday Inn & Suites Chattanooga Downtown

The Read House

Chattanooga Marriott Downtown

The Moxy Chattanooga Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Chattanooga/Downtown

Florists and Gift Shops

Joy´s Flowers

Lori´s Gifts at Parkridge Medical Center

The Flower Shop

Chattanooga Florist

Lometa´s Flowers

Florist One

Food and Restaurant

Wally´s Restaurant

Subway

Parkridge Medical Center Cafeteria

Truckin Eats

Freaky Funnels

Uncle Larry´s Restaurant

Pharmacies

Pulmonaire Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy

Cempa Community Pharmacy

WellAdvantage Pharmacy

Erlanger Pharmacy

CHI Memorial Outpatient Pharmacy

Taxi and Transportation

Nooga Taxi