Hospitals in Tifton, GA - Medicare Status, Ratings, Address, Contact

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Tift Regional Medical Center
Acute Care Hospital (Medicare Certified)
Location: 901 E 18th Street, Tifton, Georgia 31793
Ratings: Phone: (229) 382-7120

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