nursing home in Fayetteville, TN
Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville
4081 Thornton Taylor Parkway, Fayetteville, TN 37334 · (931) 433-9973
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville at a glance
Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville is a 79-bed non-profit nursing home in Fayetteville, Tennessee (Lincoln County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Tennessee average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 10, 2025) found 2 health citations. The Tennessee average is 4.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 63.2% per year (state average 48.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 79
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Twin Rivers Health & Rehabilitation
- Medicare-certified since
- October 1, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lincoln County
- CMS Certification Number
- 445320
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 3.41 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.39 hrs | 0.60 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.06 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.23 hrs | 3.31 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 63.2% | 48.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 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) | 2 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 11 | 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 | 79 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 56 | 84 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 71% | 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) | 8.4% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.5% | 5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.5% | 16.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 11% | 14% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.4% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.2% | 6.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.9% | 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) | 20.9% | 31.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.1% | 20% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.7% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 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) | 2.6% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89% | 79.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.4% | 79.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 10, 2025 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 October 15, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| September 10, 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 September 19, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2025 |
| July 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2024 |
| July 11, 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 August 20, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2024 |
| July 11, 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 August 20, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | 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 August 20, 2024 |
| April 20, 2022 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2022 |
| April 20, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2022 |
| April 20, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2022 |
| April 20, 2022 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 May 13, 2022 |
| April 20, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAVIS, CLINTON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| HOLCOMBE, MICHELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| OCOEE FOUNDATION INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| PIONEER CONSULTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2025 |
| SAIN, PAUL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| SHEEHAN, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| TWIN RIVERS HEALTH & REHABILITATION LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2025 |
| VETETO, LISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| SHEEHAN, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2024 |
| BRADLEY, DON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| BURTON, WILLIAM Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| KUPCHYNSKY, KATHLEEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2024 |
| PHILLIPS, DOROTHY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| SHEEHAN, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2024 |
| SHEEHAN, MARGARET Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| SMITH, FRANK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| BRADLEY, DON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| BURTON, WILLIAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| DAVIS, CLINTON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| HOLCOMBE, MICHELLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| KUPCHYNSKY, KATHLEEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2024 |
| OCOEE FOUNDATION INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| PHILLIPS, DOROTHY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| PIONEER CONSULTING LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| SHEEHAN, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/07/2024 |
| SHEEHAN, MARGARET Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2001 |
| SMITH, FRANK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| TWIN RIVERS HEALTH & REHABILITATION LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
| VETETO, LISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville's rating?
Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville 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 Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Tennessee average of 4.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville 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 Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Twin Rivers Health & Rehabilitation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville and how do I contact it?
Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville is at 4081 Thornton Taylor Parkway, Fayetteville, TN 37334. Phone: (931) 433-9973.
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.