Applingwood Post Acute
1536 Appling Care Lane · Cordova, TN · 38018 · 9013851803
78 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Links Healthcare Group
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
$63,999 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.72 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.67 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.22 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 57% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $63,999 |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2025
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2025
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.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected September 9, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D October 24, 2018
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 12, 2018 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 12, 2025 | Fine | $63,999 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 445411 · certified since June 13, 1998. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.