nursing home in Collegedale, TN
Life Care Center of Collegedale
9210 Apison Pike PO Box 658, Collegedale, TN 37315 · (423) 396-2182
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Life Care Center of Collegedale at a glance
Life Care Center of Collegedale is a 124-bed for-profit nursing home in Collegedale, 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 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 29, 2023) found 4 health citations. The Tennessee average is 4.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 35.8% per year (state average 48.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 124
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Centers of America
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Hamilton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 445294
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) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 3.35 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.75 hrs | 0.60 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.91 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.92 hrs | 3.31 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.8% | 48.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37% | 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) | 4 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 23 | 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 | 124 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 113 | 84 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.5% | 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) | 1.7% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.9% | 5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 33% | 16.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.8% | 14% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 28% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.8% | 6.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 26.3% | 31.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 29% | 20% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.8% | 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) | 1.2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.1% | 79.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 79.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 13, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 3, 2025 |
| March 29, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| March 29, 2023 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 18, 2023 |
| March 29, 2023 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 May 5, 2023 |
| March 29, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| March 29, 2023 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| March 29, 2023 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected May 5, 2023 |
| February 20, 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 March 21, 2020 |
| February 20, 2020 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 21, 2020 |
| February 20, 2020 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 21, 2020 |
| February 20, 2020 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 March 21, 2020 |
| February 21, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2019 |
| February 21, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 27, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUND I INVESTMENTS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 96% | 08/23/1995 |
| COLBAUGH, EMILY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/17/2025 |
| CONSOLIDATED RESOURCES HEALTH CARE FUND I LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2000 |
| FUND I INVESTMENTS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2000 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/17/2025 |
| MURPHY, JOSHUA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/17/2025 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2000 |
| CROSS, CINDY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/21/1994 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/02/2020 |
| HENRY, TERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1999 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2018 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2011 |
| THURMOND, JOAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/22/2000 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1999 |
| CRHC LLC Organization | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INC Organization | limited partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/1995 |
| FUND I INVESTMENTS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP Organization | limited partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/1995 |
| HCF INC Organization | limited partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/1995 |
| COLBAUGH, EMILY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2024 |
| LOGA, ALICE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/26/2023 |
| SOLOMON, JENNIFER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2019 |
| COLBAUGH, EMILY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2024 |
| CONSOLIDATED RESOURCES HEALTH CARE FUND I LP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/1990 |
| HCF INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/23/1995 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/1990 |
| LOGA, ALICE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/26/2023 |
| MURPHY, JOSHUA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/16/2021 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/06/2025 |
| SOLOMON, JENNIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Life Care Center of Collegedale's rating?
Life Care Center of Collegedale 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 Life Care Center of Collegedale receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Tennessee average of 4.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Life Care Center of Collegedale 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 Life Care Center of Collegedale?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Life Care Centers of America. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Life Care Center of Collegedale and how do I contact it?
Life Care Center of Collegedale is at 9210 Apison Pike PO Box 658, Collegedale, TN 37315. Phone: (423) 396-2182.
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.