nursing home in Chattanooga, TN
The Health Center at Standifer Place
2626 Walker Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421 · (423) 490-1599
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Health Center at Standifer Place at a glance
The Health Center at Standifer Place is a 444-bed for-profit nursing home in Chattanooga, Tennessee (Hamilton County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Tennessee average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (July 23, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Tennessee average is 4.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 44.9% per year (state average 48.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 444
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- May 26, 1976
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Hamilton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 445111
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.83 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.44 hrs | 0.60 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.18 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.27 hrs | 3.31 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.9% | 48.9% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.8% | 43.2% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 19 | 47.9 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $22,907 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 444 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 382 | 84 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.1% | 74.8% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.3% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5% | 5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20.7% | 16.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.6% | 14% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.3% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.8% | 6.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.4% | 13.8% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 30% | 31.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.7% | 20% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 89.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.3% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.1% | 79.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.1% | 79.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 23, 2025 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2025 |
| July 23, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2025 |
| July 23, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2025 |
| July 23, 2025 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2025 |
| July 23, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2025 |
| June 9, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 24, 2022 |
| June 9, 2022 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 24, 2022 |
| June 9, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 24, 2022 |
| June 9, 2022 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 24, 2022 |
| July 31, 2019 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 14, 2019 |
| July 31, 2019 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 14, 2019 |
| July 31, 2019 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 14, 2019 |
| July 31, 2019 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 14, 2019 |
| July 31, 2019 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0300 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 14, 2019 |
| July 31, 2019 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 14, 2019 |
| July 31, 2019 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2019 |
| July 31, 2019 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2019 |
| July 31, 2019 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2019 |
| July 31, 2019 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2019 |
| July 31, 2019 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2019 |
| July 31, 2019 Standard | Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0569 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected September 13, 2019 |
| August 1, 2018 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 15, 2018 |
| August 1, 2018 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 15, 2018 |
| August 1, 2018 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 15, 2018 |
| August 1, 2018 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2018 |
| August 1, 2018 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 15, 2018 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COVENANT HEALTH SERVICES LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/01/2013 |
| STRAWN, JOHN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 10/01/2013 |
| BOOZER, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2025 |
| HEALTH, EDUCATIONAL, AND HOUSING FACILITY BOARD OF THE CITY OF CHATTAN Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2000 |
| PENDLEY, BRUCE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2025 |
| RIVERCITY STAFFING, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2013 |
| STANDIFER PLACE PROPERTIES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/07/2025 |
| TENNESSEE HEALTHCARE ADVISORS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
| STRAWN, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2013 |
| BOOZER, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| BREAKEY, ANGELA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| COVENANT HEALTH SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2013 |
| PENDLEY, BRUCE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/07/2009 |
| STRAWN, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2013 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Health Center at Standifer Place's rating?
The Health Center at Standifer Place has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Tennessee nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did The Health Center at Standifer Place receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Tennessee average of 4.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Health Center at Standifer Place accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns The Health Center at Standifer Place?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Health Center at Standifer Place and how do I contact it?
The Health Center at Standifer Place is at 2626 Walker Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421. Phone: (423) 490-1599.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.