Despite a budget cut, Cherokee Health Systems isn’t turning anyone away from Knox County’s indigent care program. But its costs are mounting.
Making the Cut
In approving County Mayor Glenn Jacobs’ $853.1 million budget, commissioners supported a 30 percent reduction in the county’s indigent care program.
Further Study
Knox County Commission delays action on cutting funding to healthcare providers in the indigent care program.
Comfortable With the Cuts
Knox County Commission appears amenable to a 30 percent reduction in the county’s indigent care program.