Chattanooga Health and Rehab Center
8249 Standifer Gap Road · Chattanooga, TN · 37421 · 4238921716
127 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Vertical Health Services
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
71% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.30 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.45 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.05 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 71% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $6,509 |
Inspection citations (22 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected August 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected August 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 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 August 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 6, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 6, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected August 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · B August 6, 2025
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected August 28, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected July 6, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected July 6, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 6, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F May 22, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected July 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 22, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 6, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F October 2, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected October 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F October 2, 2023 · found via complaint
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected October 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F October 2, 2023 · found via complaint
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Corrected October 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F October 2, 2023 · found via complaint
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Corrected October 18, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E July 21, 2021
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected September 4, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 21, 2021
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Corrected September 4, 2021 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E July 21, 2021
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 4, 2021 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 21, 2021
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 4, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 21, 2021
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 4, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F July 21, 2021
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected September 4, 2021 · Administration
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| October 2, 2023 | Fine | $6,509 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 445205 · certified since June 29, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.