Best nursing homes in Athens, TN

There are 2 nursing homes in Athens, Tennessee certified by Medicare. Of the 2 with a CMS star rating, the average is 3.5 stars, compared with 3 statewide.

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

Nursing Homes in Athens, TN, ranked

Sorted by CMS star rating. Facilities without a rating are listed last.

  1. 1.Nhc Healthcare, Athens

    1204 Frye St, Athens, TN 37303

    For-profit · 86 beds · Part of National Healthcare Corporation

    ★★★★★5Much above average
  2. 2.Life Care Center of Athens

    1234 Frye Street PO Box 786, Athens, TN 37371

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

    • Abuse citation
    ★★★★★2Below average

Compare staffing and inspections

Nursing homeOverallBedsOwner type
Nhc Healthcare, Athens586For-profit
Life Care Center of Athens2128For-profit

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Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes are in Athens, TN?

2 Medicare-certified nursing homes are listed in Athens, Tennessee.

What is the best-rated nursing home in Athens, TN?

Nhc Healthcare, Athens has the highest CMS rating here (5 stars). Ratings are a good place to start, but visit and ask questions before you decide.

Do any nursing homes in Athens, TN have CMS warnings?

1 nursing home here has a CMS abuse citation icon or Special Focus Facility status: Life Care Center of Athens. Check each facility page for details.

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