If you or a loved one is HIV positive and lives in Tennessee, you could be eligible for Ryan White services by enrolling in our HIV Medical Case Management program. Our Medical Case Managers work to coordinate client’s various wellness and medical needs with the help of Ryan White Part B funding. If you need help with registering for benefits that can help get you into medical care, pay for medical care and medication expenses, and other HIV-related health wellness programs, please contact us.
Medical Case Managers work to:
- Determine Ryan White eligibility according to State policy guidelines.
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Assist in obtaining Infectious Disease and Primary Care referrals.
- Assist with linkage to medical care and medication adherence.
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Assist, if eligible, with paying for healthcare insurance premiums, co-payments and deductibles.
- Assist in obtaining dental care.
- Assist in obtaining vision care.
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Assist with applying for Medication Assistance Programs.
Medical Case Managers provide referrals for the following services:
- Housing
- Financial Assistance
- Transportation
- Nutrition
- Food Bank
- Alcohol/Drug Rehab
- Behavioral Health Services
HIV Community Partners:
Other Resources:
921 E. Third Street
Room 310
Chattanooga, TN 37403
(423) 209-8272 (main line)
CASE MANAGERS
James Arenas - Program Manager
Direct: (423) 209-8289
Cell: (423) 240-8968
Email: JArenas@HamiltonTN.gov
Caroline Foster - Medical Case Manager
Direct: (423) 209-8276
Cell: (423) 240-6968
Email: CarolineF@HamiltonTN.gov