“An immediate and decisive action was required to ensure we continue to provide essential services to the community and safeguard the long-term health of the organization,” Jackson said. As a result, Erlanger officials are implementing a plan to mitigate the immediate financial impact, as well as provide the flexibility to prepare for unpredictable patient volumes.



“The sudden and unexpected COVID-19 pandemic has already cost Erlanger millions of dollars in the past week alone,” Jackson reported. “This is revenue critical to paying our 7000+ employees and continuing to treat Chattanooga’s most vulnerable and acutely ill populations,” he added.



“We recognize that financial hardships are faced by many businesses and individuals today. We are optimistic that Erlanger, our community and our nation will overcome this crisis and that far better days are ahead,” Jackson said.