Fentress Budget In Good Shape; Discussions Set
Fentress County officials expect to pass a balanced budget in the coming days with no change in property tax and employee raises included. Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson said inflation forces the department heads to adjust their expectations from year-to-year. He said this year, directors have been conservative. Johnson said the county plans to add […]
Coleman Creating New Goals For Fentress Ambulance Service
Daniel Coleman is putting together a list of goals as Fentress County’s new Director of Ambulance Service. Coleman said in his first two weeks with the department, staff has worked together to create a “fine line” of goals for service improvements. He said top priorities are keeping ambulances staffed, recruiting, and retaining employees. Coleman said […]
Fentress Assessing Options After Ambulance Director Resigns
Fentress County is considering adjustments to its Ambulance Services Department after Director Tony Maxfield resigned. Fentress County Executive Jimmy Johnson said the department is in good hands with Ambulance Service Assistant Director Steve Bradfield serving as interim director. He said the county is looking at ways to divide some of the directorial responsibilities to relieve […]
Fentress Ambulance Raise Rates To Maximize Medicare Payout
The Fentress County Ambulance Service raising its rates to match the charges allowed by Medicare. Ambulance Service Director Tony Maxfield said there were several rates they needed to increase in order to maximize what they get paid through Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance. Maxfield said he consulted with the county’s billing company who suggested the […]
