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Located in North-central Tennessee, the city of Gallatin is located near the more renowned Nashville. The city is named for Albert Gallatin, who served as the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury under presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. According to 2006 estimates, the population of Gallatin is about 27,700. The city functions as a center for livestock (i.e. horses) and agriculture (i.e. tobacco). Gallatin’s major industries include tobacco goods, furniture, motor vehicle parts, and boats. Nearby Gallatin are Hermitage, President Andrew Jackson’s home; and Old Hickory Lake. In 2000, the per capita income of Gallatin was about $18,600, while the national figure was roughly $21,600.

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In Gallatin, the percentage of residents with a health plan is about 92.9%. The average body mass index (relative percentage of fat and muscle) for residents of the city is 26%. Meanwhile, Gallatin’s diabetes rate (percentage of residents diagnosed) is 5.4%, and the hypertension rate (percentage of residents diagnosed) is 24.1%. Finally, the air quality index (percentage of days AQI is ranked good) of Gallatin is 62.5%.

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Medical Centers in Gallatin, TN:

  • Sumner Regional Medical Center
    555 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin, TN 37066; (615) 328-8888

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Key Facts...

In 2005 $2 trillion was spent on health care services in the United States. On average, each person was responsible for a total annual health care bill of $6,700. Is your health insurance plan working for you and your family?

Source: National Coalition on Health Care. Catlin, A, C. Cowan, S. Heffler, et al, "National Health Spending in 2005." Health Affairs 26:1 (2006).

Health care costs in the United States rose an unprecedented 6.9% in 2005, more than double the rate of inflation. These costs are expected to rise at similar levels for the next decade. Protect your health and your wallet by investing in a health insurance plan that is right for you.

Source: National Coalition on Health Care. Catlin, A, C. Cowan, S. Heffler, et al, "National Health Spending in 2005." Health Affairs 26:1 (2006).

A 2003 study by The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation determined that over one third of uninsured adults reported having trouble paying their medical bills. Safeguard yourself and your family against future debt by finding a high quality health care plan.

Source: The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation. Access to Care for the Uninsured: An Update. 29 September 2003.