Cherokee Health Systems (CHS) is a nationally recognized, nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center serving nearly 70,000 patients annually across 24 clinics in Tennessee. CHS is a leader in integrated care, blending primary care and behavioral health, and provides a full spectrum of services including dental, optometry, pharmacy, and a wide range of specialty care. CHS is committed to serving all patients, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and is known for its innovative, patient-centered approach and strong community outreach

• Integrated primary care and behavioral health(all locations)

• Dental, optometry, and pharmacy services

• Psychiatry, pediatrics, cardiology, dermatology, nephrology, obstetrics, women’s health, addiction medicine, and recovery services at selected locations

• Nationally recognized for high-quality, team-based integrated care.

• Accredited Patient-Centered Medical Homes (PCMH) at many locations

• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered, and culturally competent care

• Significant investment in workforce development and community engagement

Mission 

• Enhance the health and well-being of the community by providing high-quality, integrated, comprehensive, and person-centered healthcare for all

• Serve as a health home and safety net, dedicated to care for all regardless of ability to pay

Vision 

• Be recognized as an exemplar center for community health through clinical care, outreach, engagement, teaching, and research

• Lead in integrated, whole-person healthcare and community health innovation

• Exemplary Academic-Practice Partnership Award from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing

• National recognition from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)

• Quality Achievement Honor from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for integrated care and whole patient care

• Frequent recognition for exceeding patient care and safety standards