nursing home in Etowah, TN

Etowah Health and Rehabilitation

409 Grady Road PO Box 957, Etowah, TN 37331 · (423) 263-1138

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

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

Etowah Health and Rehabilitation at a glance

Etowah Health and Rehabilitation is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Etowah, Tennessee (Mc Minn 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 (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (February 25, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Tennessee average is 4.4.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $12,377.

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
120
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
December 8, 2000
Resident/family council
Both
County
Mc Minn County
CMS Certification Number
445422

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)1 / 53.6 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)1 / 53.6 / 53.8 / 5Worse

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)0.57 hrs0.60 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.62 hrs2.12 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.96 hrs3.31 hrs3.42 hrsWorse

Inspections

This facility2Tennessee 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)249Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)013Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)3847.980.6Better

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)$12,377$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 beds120114107
Average residents per day468486
Occupancy38.6%74.8%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0%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)0%3.4%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)4.6%5%4.6%Average
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)24%16.8%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)5.1%1.8%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)1.4%0.7%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)24.1%14%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)22.7%17.2%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)6.5%6.1%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)5.8%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)46.5%31.7%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)40.2%20%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)96.4%94.5%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)85.5%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)86.2%79.8%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)61.2%79.3%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
February 25, 2026
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 5, 2026
February 25, 2026
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 5, 2026
February 25, 2026
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 April 5, 2026
February 25, 2026
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 5, 2026
February 25, 2026
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 April 5, 2026
February 25, 2026
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 5, 2026
February 25, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 5, 2026
August 19, 2025
Fire safety
Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0343
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 4, 2025
August 19, 2025
Fire safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 4, 2025
August 19, 2025
Fire safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2025
October 25, 2023
Complaint
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2023
October 25, 2023
Complaint
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected December 1, 2023
September 8, 2023
Complaint
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
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected September 2, 2023
June 23, 2022
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2022
June 23, 2022
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2022
June 23, 2022
Fire safety
Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0111
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2022
June 23, 2022
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 7, 2022
June 23, 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 August 26, 2022
June 23, 2022
Standard
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 26, 2022
June 23, 2022
Standard
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 26, 2022
June 23, 2022
Standard
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 26, 2022
June 23, 2022
Standard
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 26, 2022
June 23, 2022
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 August 26, 2022
June 23, 2022
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 26, 2022
June 23, 2022
Standard
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 26, 2022
June 23, 2022
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 26, 2022
June 26, 2019
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 10, 2019
June 26, 2019
Fire safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 10, 2019
June 26, 2019
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 August 10, 2019
June 26, 2019
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 10, 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 $12,377 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
October 25, 2023Fine$7,443
October 25, 2023Fine$4,934

Owners and managers

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

NameRoleShareSince

ownership data not available

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    • CMS high performer
    ★★★★★5Much above average
  2. Life Care Center of Athens

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    For-profit · 128 beds · Part of Life Care Centers of America

    • Abuse citation
    ★★★★★2Below average
  3. Nhc Healthcare, Athens

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    ★★★★★5Much above average
  4. Monroe Health and Rehabilitation Center

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    ★★★★★3Average
  5. Waters of Sweetwater A Rehabilitation & Nursing

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  6. Wood Village

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Frequently asked questions

What is Etowah Health and Rehabilitation's rating?

Etowah Health and Rehabilitation 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 Etowah Health and Rehabilitation 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 Etowah Health and Rehabilitation 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 Etowah Health and Rehabilitation?

It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Etowah Health and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?

Etowah Health and Rehabilitation is at 409 Grady Road PO Box 957, Etowah, TN 37331. Phone: (423) 263-1138.

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.