Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida, TN
Also known as Scott County Hospital
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About Big South Fork Medical Center
Big South Fork Medical Center is a critical access hospital in Oneida, Scott County, Tennessee. It reports its ownership to Medicare as for-profit. It provides emergency services. It does not currently have a CMS Overall Star Rating, which usually means it reports too few measures to be rated. It has 25 licensed beds, according to state license data via HIFLD. The nearest other listed hospital is Lafollette Medical Center, about 24 mi away.
Emergency room times
Lower times are better. Reporting period ending September 2025. Source: CMS Timely and Effective Care. What these numbers mean.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Big South Fork Medical Center located?
Big South Fork Medical Center is at 18797 Alberta Street, Oneida, TN 37841 in Scott County.
Does Big South Fork Medical Center have an emergency room?
Yes. Big South Fork Medical Center reports emergency services to Medicare, and patients spent a median of 170 minutes in its emergency department before leaving. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
What is the CMS star rating of Big South Fork Medical Center?
Big South Fork Medical Center does not have a current CMS Overall Star Rating. CMS only rates hospitals that report enough measures; critical access, psychiatric, VA and many small hospitals are often unrated, which says nothing about their quality.
Is Big South Fork Medical Center a trauma center?
We have no trauma center designation on record for Big South Fork Medical Center. Hospitals without one still treat injuries in their emergency department and transfer patients who need a trauma center. Check the Tennessee trauma program for the current list.
What is the phone number of Big South Fork Medical Center?
The main phone number on record with Medicare is (423) 286-5300.
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