Healthcare FAQs in Nashville, TN

For most non-emergency concerns, seeing your family practice doctor at Nashville Healthcare Center is the better first step. Patients should visit a family healthcare clinic whenever they experience new symptoms, need a routine exam, or require guidance on managing chronic conditions. Nashville Healthcare Center provides timely care for sudden illnesses, minor injuries, and preventive needs such as immunizations or cancer screenings. A primary care provider at Nashville Healthcare Center, Nashville, TN, can also manage chronic conditions, coordinate referrals, and track your health history over time, which a walk-in urgent care visit typically cannot do. A family healthcare center offers the advantage of continuity, giving patients a single medical home where providers understand their history and needs. To schedule a primary care appointment, call (615) 341-4968 or visit the Primary Care page.

A physician order or referral is typically required to schedule diagnostic imaging at Nashville Healthcare Center. Nashville Healthcare Center is accepting new and existing patients in all of its specialty clinics, and you can reach the dedicated Referrals team by phone at 615-341-4720 to schedule or check on the status of a referral. Two diagnostic imaging locations are available: onsite at Nashville General Hospital and a stand-alone center, Nashville Healthcare Diagnostic Imaging, with both locations offering a full range of imaging and diagnostic tests. As an ACR-accredited provider, Nashville Healthcare Center provides the highest level of image quality and safety. Learn more on the Outpatient Imaging page.

A doctor's order may be required to schedule a screening mammogram at Nashville Healthcare Center. Referrals are available for specialty providers, outpatient imaging, and mammograms, and patients can be referred to Nashville Healthcare Center for specialized care. Nashville Healthcare Center's Breast Health Center holds full accreditation by the American College of Radiology and the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA). Contact the Referrals team at 615-341-4720 or ask your primary care provider at Nashville Healthcare Center to submit the order. Visit the Mammogram page for more details.

Most major medical organizations recommend that women at average risk begin mammogram screening at age 40. Medical experts recommend regular screenings starting at the age of 40 or earlier for women with higher risk factors. Many experts and several major medical societies recommend that women at average risk of breast cancer get screening mammograms every year starting at age 40, including the American College of Radiology, the Society of Breast Imaging, the American Society of Breast Surgeons, and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network. The 2024 USPSTF guidelines recommend mammograms every other year starting at age 40 for average-risk women, though guidelines vary by organization. If you receive an abnormal result, you can trust the healthcare team at Nashville Healthcare Center to coordinate with your primary care provider and connect you with resources to understand your results and treatment plan.

Most women should see a gynecologist at least once a year for a routine exam. Nashville Healthcare Center offers comprehensive gynecologic care for women of all ages, including routine exams, prenatal services, and specialized treatments. The Nashville General Hospital Gynecology team offers a full spectrum of patient-centered care to women from adolescence through menopause. Annual visits allow providers to perform screenings, discuss contraception or reproductive health, and identify concerns early. Nashville Healthcare Center is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for women through every stage of life, with specialized services in obstetrics, gynecology, and midwifery to ensure personalized care. Call (615) 341-4968 to schedule or visit the Gynecology page.

A primary care provider at Nashville Healthcare Center can often begin care for anxiety or depression, and a dedicated behavioral health specialist is also available on the same campus. Nashville Healthcare Center understands that mental health is just as important as physical health, and its comprehensive Behavioral Health services are designed to support individuals and families through a range of emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges, including anxiety, depression, and trauma. Services include individual therapy, group therapy, crisis intervention, and psychiatric evaluations with medication management by licensed psychiatrists. Behavioral Health at the Main Campus serves established patients only. Call (615) 341-4968 to discuss next steps or visit the Behavioral Health page.

Patients with complex or difficult-to-control diabetes may benefit from an endocrinologist referral at Nashville Healthcare Center. At Nashville Healthcare Center, a highly trained endocrinologist works with patients who need specialized diabetes care, with extensive experience diagnosing and treating type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. Endocrinologists work closely with your primary care provider to help patients with diabetes management, thyroid issues, or other hormone-related problems. Some insurance plans require a referral from a primary care provider before seeing an endocrinologist, so patients should check with their insurance before scheduling. The endocrinology clinic is located at the Main Campus. Call (615) 341-4968 or visit the Endocrinology page.

Nashville Healthcare Center offers imaging and mammograms at two Nashville locations. Two diagnostic imaging service locations are available: onsite at Nashville General Hospital and a stand-alone center, Nashville Healthcare Diagnostic Imaging. The Main Campus imaging center is located at 1818 Albion Street, Nashville, TN 37208, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, reachable at 615-341-4181. The stand-alone Nashville Healthcare Diagnostic Imaging center is located at 4007 Clarksville Highway, Nashville, TN 37218, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, reachable at 615-876-5211. Accredited modalities at the Nashville General Hospital campus include mammograms, CT, and MRI. Visit the Outpatient Imaging page for full service lists.

Yes, a nurse practitioner can serve as a patient's primary care provider at Nashville Healthcare Center. Board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers at Nashville Healthcare Center take time to learn your health history and develop a care plan that reflects your goals. Nashville Healthcare Center provides a wide range of primary care providers, with a primary care division that includes internal medicine and family practice providers whose services range from wellness exams to minor procedures. Advanced practice providers such as nurse practitioners and certified nurse-midwives are active members of care teams across Nashville Healthcare Center locations in Nashville, TN. Most patients can expect to see the same provider visit after visit. Call (615) 341-4968 to find the right provider for you.