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Ballad Health: Inside the Medical Merger

WebIn 2023, Tri-Cities resident Shane Leach sent a letter to the leadership of Ballad Health. In the letter, it described his wife's medical conditions. But, it also had …

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Ballad Health opens Center for Post-COVID Care

WebKINGSPORT, Tenn. (WCYB) — Ballad Health's Center for Post-COVID Care is officially open at its new location in Kingsport. The center was created in 2021 out of a need to care for a growing

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The flu and RSV on the rise in Tri-Cities region

WebBallad Health officials say flu cases are rising fast and they are encouraging people to get their flu shot. There are usually more cases in October, but officials say the …

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Ballad Health: Inside the Medical Merger

WebIn 2018, the two Tri-Cities health systems, Wellmont Health System and Mountain States Health Alliance, agreed to merge and become one.

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Ballad temporarily closes 6 urgent care locations and …

WebBallad Health announced Friday it is temporarily closing 6 urgent care locations and sending patients to other sites amid the COVID-19 pandemic. These sites …

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Johnson City Medical Center patient plans to sue over risk …

WebA Johnson City woman said she plans to sue Ballad Health after a contract nurse was accused of mishandling controlled substances, potentially exposing her to …

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Johnson City Medical Center, Holston Valley Medical …

WebThe new star ratings were released last month and measured more than 4,500 hospitals nationwide. Johnson City Medical Center and Holston Valley Medical Center …

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Lonesome Pine Hospital marks 50 years, invests in rural …

WebWISE COUNTY, Va. (WCYB) — In August 2023, Lonesome Pine Hospital in Wise County celebrated 50 years of service – and Ballad Health says when it comes to …

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Virginia launches state-based health insurance …

WebBRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — Virginia has launched its own state-based health insurance marketplace. The goal is to increase access to affordable health care for …

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Telehealth services to be provided in Washington County, …

WebThe start of a new school year is bringing a new superintendent and new programs to Washington County, Virginia Public Schools.

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Ballad Health: Inside the Medical Merger feedback

WebNews 5 wants to hear your feedback on healthcare in our region.

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Tennessee lawmaker calls for Ballad Health CEO to resign

WebUpdated Tue, March 19th 2024 at 8:49 AM. (WCYB File) GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WCYB) — A local lawmaker is calling for Ballad Health CEO Alan Levine to resign. It comes after a …

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Health Wagon to hold free health fair in Clintwood

WebThe free health screenings will take place Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Clintwood, Virginia at the Dickenson Center for Education. The event is by appointment …

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Appalachian Highlands Community Dental Center celebrates newly

WebAppalachian Highlands Community Dental Center cut the ribbon on their newly renovated and expanded clinic on Friday. The center provides affordable oral …

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New Health Wagon dental clinic to help underserved population

WebConstruction on the new 10-chair dental clinic will soon be underway. The Health Wagon says its mission is to provide compassionate, quality health care to the …

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Ballad Health files complaint against Dani Cook, claims area …

WebBallad Health has filed a formal criminal complaint with Kingsport Police, claiming the anti-merger protest outside Holston Valley Medical Center amounts to …

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Virginia's first non-hospital youth crisis unit to open doors in

WebPiedmont. PD 1. Dickenson. Cumberland. Danville-Pittsylvania. Contact Information: Address: 4419 East Lee Highway -- Max Meadows, VA. Phone: (276)227 …

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A Bristol healthcare facility deals with staffing shortages by …

WebThe United States is experiencing a nationwide staffing shortage in long-term healthcare facilities. According to a study from the American Health Care Association …

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Several southwest Virginia counties rank "poorest health

WebA new report reveals several southwest Virginia counties have some of the poorest health outcomes in the state. That data is according to this year's County Health …

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