nursing home in Elizabethton, TN
Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln
1200 Spruce Lane, Elizabethton, TN 37643 · (423) 543-3202
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- 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
Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln at a glance
Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln is a 94-bed for-profit nursing home in Elizabethton, Tennessee (Carter County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Tennessee average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 7, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Tennessee average is 4.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 36.8% per year (state average 48.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 94
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Signature Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- February 17, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Carter County
- CMS Certification Number
- 445217
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 3.89 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.48 hrs | 0.60 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.17 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.42 hrs | 3.31 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.8% | 48.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60% | 43.2% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 3 | 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 | 94 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 68 | 84 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 72.4% | 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) | 3.1% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.4% | 5% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.4% | 16.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.5% | 14% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 23.7% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.9% | 6.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 14% | 13.8% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 54.9% | 31.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.7% | 20% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.8% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 89.4% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.5% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96% | 79.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.7% | 79.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 2 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2025 |
| November 9, 2022 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 10, 2022 |
| October 2, 2019 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 16, 2019 |
| October 2, 2019 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 16, 2019 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LP CR HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/01/2007 |
| AGEMO HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/01/2016 |
| JJLA LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 11/01/2007 |
| LPSNF II LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 10/01/2016 |
| STEIER III, ELMER Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 11/01/2007 |
| WHEATEN LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 11/01/2007 |
| HARRISON, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
| SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
| STREET, DEBBIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
| STREET, DEBBIE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2007 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln's rating?
Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Tennessee nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Tennessee average of 4.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln 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 Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Signature Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln and how do I contact it?
Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln is at 1200 Spruce Lane, Elizabethton, TN 37643. Phone: (423) 543-3202.
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.