nursing home in Ashland City, TN

The Waters of Cheatham, LLC

2501 River Road, Ashland City, TN 37015 · (615) 792-4948

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

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

The Waters of Cheatham, LLC at a glance

The Waters of Cheatham, LLC is a 80-bed for-profit nursing home in Ashland City, Tennessee (Cheatham County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Tennessee average of 3.

Residents receive about 3.1 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 (March 26, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Tennessee average is 4.4.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $6,350.

Nursing staff turnover is 67.5% per year (state average 48.9%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
80
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Infinity Healthcare Consulting
Medicare-certified since
November 1, 1993
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Cheatham County
CMS Certification Number
445318

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 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)5 / 53.6 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 53.8 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.09 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)3.09 hrs3.80 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.48 hrs0.60 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.79 hrs2.12 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.90 hrs3.31 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)67.5%48.9%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)87.5%43.2%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)411Worse

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)4747.980.6Better

Penalties

This facility2Tennessee 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)211Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$6,350$22,907$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds80114107
Average residents per day498486
Occupancy61.5%74.8%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.6%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)3.6%3.4%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.5%5%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)20.2%16.8%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.6%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)1.5%14%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)1.4%17.2%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)7.9%6.1%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)52%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)40.1%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)100%94.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)77.4%89.4%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility0%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)0%1.7%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)85.7%79.8%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)70.4%79.3%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 24 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
March 26, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2026
March 26, 2026
Fire safety
Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0009
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2026
March 26, 2026
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0020
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2026
March 26, 2026
Fire safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2026
March 26, 2026
Fire safety
Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0034
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2026
March 26, 2026
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2026
March 26, 2026
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2026
March 26, 2026
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 16, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 20, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 23, 2026
March 26, 2026
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 23, 2026
April 27, 2022
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 13, 2022
April 27, 2022
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 14, 2022
April 27, 2022
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 14, 2022
April 27, 2022
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 14, 2022
April 27, 2022
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 June 14, 2022
April 27, 2022
Standard
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 14, 2022
April 27, 2022
Standard
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2022
April 27, 2022
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2022
April 27, 2022
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2022
April 27, 2022
Standard
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0626
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2022
October 23, 2019
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 28, 2019
October 23, 2019
Fire safety
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 31, 2019
October 23, 2019
Fire safety
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 31, 2019
October 23, 2019
Fire safety
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 31, 2019
October 23, 2019
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 24, 2019
October 23, 2019
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 30, 2019
October 23, 2019
Standard
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 12, 2019
October 23, 2019
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 12, 2019
October 23, 2019
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 12, 2019
October 23, 2019
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 12, 2019
October 23, 2019
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 12, 2019
October 23, 2019
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 12, 2019
October 23, 2019
Standard
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 12, 2019
October 23, 2019
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 12, 2019
October 23, 2019
Standard
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 12, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $6,350 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
October 23, 2023Fine$2,117
October 2, 2023Fine$4,233

Owners and managers

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

NameRoleShareSince
A&F REALTY LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest20%08/01/2016
ANDERSON, BENJAMIN
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE11/03/2021

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Waters of Cheatham, LLC's rating?

The Waters of Cheatham, LLC has 2 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 Waters of Cheatham, LLC 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 The Waters of Cheatham, LLC 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 Waters of Cheatham, LLC?

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

Where is The Waters of Cheatham, LLC and how do I contact it?

The Waters of Cheatham, LLC is at 2501 River Road, Ashland City, TN 37015. Phone: (615) 792-4948.

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.