nursing home in Newport, TN
Tennova Newport Convalescent Center
450 College St, Newport, TN 37821 · (423) 625-2195
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Tennova Newport Convalescent Center at a glance
Tennova Newport Convalescent Center is a 56-bed for-profit nursing home in Newport, Tennessee (Cocke 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 (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 8, 2023) 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 36.6% per year (state average 48.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 56
- Certified for
- Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 31, 1974
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cocke County
- CMS Certification Number
- 44E132
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.37 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.87 hrs | 0.60 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.14 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.03 hrs | 3.31 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.6% | 48.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| 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) | 1 | 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 | 56 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 47 | 84 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83.2% | 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) | 5.5% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.8% | 5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.6% | 16.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 11% | 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) | 17.5% | 14% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4.9% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.3% | 6.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.6% | 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) | 34% | 31.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.5% | 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) | 98.4% | 89.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.6% | 79.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 77.8% | 79.3% | 82% | Worse |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2026 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2026 |
| March 8, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 8, 2023 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 March 28, 2023 |
| March 8, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| October 23, 2019 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2019 |
| October 23, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 28, 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 December 2, 2019 |
| October 23, 2019 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 December 2, 2019 |
| October 23, 2019 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 December 2, 2019 |
| November 28, 2018 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2018 |
| November 28, 2018 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2018 |
| November 28, 2018 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 December 12, 2018 |
| November 28, 2018 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 December 12, 2018 |
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 Tennova Newport Convalescent Center's rating?
Tennova Newport Convalescent Center 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 Tennova Newport Convalescent Center 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 Tennova Newport Convalescent Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Tennova Newport Convalescent Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Tennova Newport Convalescent Center and how do I contact it?
Tennova Newport Convalescent Center is at 450 College St, Newport, TN 37821. Phone: (423) 625-2195.
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.