nursing home in Knoxville, TN
Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home
One Veterans Way, Knoxville, TN 37931 · (865) 862-8100
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home at a glance
Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home is a 140-bed government nursing home in Knoxville, Tennessee (Knox County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Tennessee average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 11, 2026) 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 42.4% per year (state average 48.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 140
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Tennessee State Veterans' Home
- Medicare-certified since
- January 18, 2007
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Knox County
- CMS Certification Number
- 445484
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.51 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.72 hrs | 0.60 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.62 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.02 hrs | 3.31 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.4% | 48.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 20.8% | 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) | 9 | 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 | 140 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 128 | 84 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.1% | 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) | 1.6% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.6% | 5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20.9% | 16.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 16.4% | 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) | 3.5% | 6.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.8% | 13.8% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 36.5% | 31.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.6% | 20% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.1% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 11.8% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 82.5% | 79.8% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.8% | 79.3% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 11, 2026 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2026 |
| March 11, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2026 |
| January 23, 2025 Complaint | 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 January 22, 2025 |
| February 14, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2024 |
| February 14, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home's rating?
Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home 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 Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home 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 Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home 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 Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home?
It is government - state and part of Tennessee State Veterans' Home. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home and how do I contact it?
Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home is at One Veterans Way, Knoxville, TN 37931. Phone: (865) 862-8100.
About this data
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