Uninsured Adult Healthcare Safety Net Annual Report
The Tennessee Department of Health’s State Office of Rural Health has released its FY25 Annual Report on the Uninsured Adult Healthcare Safety Net Program, providing a comprehensive look at the program’s reach, impact and outcomes across the state.
Covering the period from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, the report was submitted to the Tennessee General Assembly and highlights how state funding was distributed to support care for uninsured adults. It also outlines the scope of the provider network, demonstrating how clinics and partners across Tennessee are working together to ensure access to essential healthcare services for some of the state’s most vulnerable populations.
In addition, the report shares key data on patient and encounter totals, offering insight into how many Tennesseans relied on the Safety Net Program for care during FY25. The report also includes important findings related to chronic disease management, with specific reporting on conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)—all of which disproportionately affect rural and underserved communities.
This annual report serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, healthcare providers and advocates seeking to understand the ongoing needs of uninsured adults in Tennessee and the critical role the Uninsured Adult Healthcare Safety Net Program plays in addressing those needs. We encourage stakeholders to review the report and learn more about the program’s impact statewide.