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NEW WEBSITE COMING JANUARY 2026

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Telephone Number: (423) 246-0010

FRIENDS IN NEED provides on-site primary care and dental care, as well as referrals for specialized care. We serve the uninsured and underinsured in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.

TYPES OF SERVICES

DENTAL

Hygiene Care (Routine Cleanings); Oral Health Education 

Fillings 

Extractions 

X-Ray & Exams  

Crowns 

Partials & Dentures 

Referrals*

MEDICAL

Primary Healthcare

Physical Examinations

Immunizations

GYN Care (Women’s Health)

Chronic Care

Patient Assistance Pharmacy Program

Helps FIN patients obtain low-cost, name-brand medications

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW DO I BECOME A PATIENT?

To become a patient, you will need to come by our office to pick up a paper application.

DO YOU ACCEPT MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE?

No! We at Friends In Need do not bill insurance companies. Each patient pays an amount based on the percentage given on our sliding scale.

DO YOU MAKE DENTURES AND OR PARTIALS?

Yes, we do make dentures and or partials. Discuss with your provider if you are eligible for dental prosthetics.

DO YOU CALL TO CONFIRM APPOINTMENTS?

Dental Patients – Yes! We call and text all patients with an accurate phone number with multiple reminders in advance of their appointment, including the day of.

Medical Patients – Yes! You will receive a text reminder regarding your medical appointment.

WHAT ARE YOUR OFFICE HOURS?

Our clinical hours are Monday–Thursday, 8 AM-5 PM. We are closed daily for lunch from 12 PM to 1 PM.

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