nursing home in Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center

8249 Standifer Gap Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421 · (423) 892-1716

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★2

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center at a glance

Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center is a 127-bed for-profit nursing home in Chattanooga, Tennessee (Hamilton County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Tennessee average of 3.

Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (August 6, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Tennessee average is 4.4.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $6,509.

Nursing staff turnover is 77.6% per year (state average 48.9%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
127
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Vertical Health Services
Medicare-certified since
June 29, 1988
Resident/family council
Both
County
Hamilton County
CMS Certification Number
445205

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.5 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.6 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)1 / 53.6 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53.4 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility3.22 hrsTennessee average3.80 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Tennessee and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.22 hrs3.80 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.51 hrs0.60 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.70 hrs2.12 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.71 hrs3.31 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)77.6%48.9%45.8%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)211Worse

Inspections

This facility6Tennessee average4U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Tennessee and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)649Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)013Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)4947.980.6Better

Penalties

This facility1Tennessee average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Tennessee and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$6,509$22,907$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds127114107
Average residents per day798486
Occupancy62%74.8%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility4.1%Tennessee average3.4%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Tennessee and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)4.1%3.4%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)4.9%5%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)36%16.8%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.9%1.8%1.6%Worse
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)19.6%14%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)19.9%17.2%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)3.3%6.1%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)9.6%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)19.1%31.7%19.5%Average
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)28.3%20%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)79.3%94.5%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)72.3%89.4%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility2.1%Tennessee average1.7%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Tennessee and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)2.1%1.7%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)58.7%79.8%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)38.7%79.3%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 19 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
August 6, 2025
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 28, 2025
August 6, 2025
Standard
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2025
August 6, 2025
Standard
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2025
August 6, 2025
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 28, 2025
August 6, 2025
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 August 28, 2025
August 6, 2025
Standard
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected August 28, 2025
May 22, 2024
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Fire safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Fire safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
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 July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Standard
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 6, 2024
May 22, 2024
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 6, 2024
October 2, 2023
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
October 2, 2023
Complaint
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0568
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
October 2, 2023
Complaint
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0569
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 20, 2023
October 2, 2023
Complaint
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0837
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 18, 2023
July 21, 2021
Fire safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 4, 2021
July 21, 2021
Standard
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 4, 2021
July 21, 2021
Standard
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 4, 2021
July 21, 2021
Standard
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0710
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 4, 2021
July 21, 2021
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 4, 2021
July 21, 2021
Standard
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2021
July 21, 2021
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2021
February 26, 2020
Fire safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 6, 2020
February 26, 2020
Fire safety
Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0009
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 6, 2020
February 26, 2020
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 August 6, 2020
February 26, 2020
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 6, 2020
February 26, 2020
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 6, 2020
February 26, 2020
Fire safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 6, 2020
February 26, 2020
Fire safety
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 6, 2020

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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $6,509 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
October 2, 2023Fine$6,509

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
VHS TN OPCO HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%11/13/2024
HEISSER, RANDY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/13/2024
LINVILLE, AMY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/13/2024
MILLER, WILLIAM
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/13/2024
VERTICAL HEALTH SERVICES LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/19/2024
MILLER, WILLIAM
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE11/13/2024
HEISSER, RANDY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/13/2024
LINVILLE, AMY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/13/2024

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    ★★★★★4Above average
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    ★★★★★4Above average
  3. Life Care Center of Ooltewah

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    ★★★★★4Above average
  4. Life Care Center of East Ridge

    1502 McDonald Road, Chattanooga, TN 37412 · 6.5 mi

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    ★★★★★3Average
  5. Nhc Healthcare, Chattanooga

    2700 Parkwood Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404 · 8.5 mi

    For-profit · 200 beds · Part of National Healthcare Corporation

    ★★★★★4Above average
  6. Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe

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    • CMS high performer
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Frequently asked questions

What is Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center's rating?

Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Tennessee nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Tennessee average of 4.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center 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 Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Vertical Health Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center and how do I contact it?

Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center is at 8249 Standifer Gap Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421. Phone: (423) 892-1716.

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.