Elk River Health and Nursing Center of Ardmore, Ll
24623 Union Hill Road · Ardmore, TN · 38449 · 9314272143
79 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Twin Rivers Health & Rehabilitation
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.87 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.39 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.34 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 60% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (8 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2026
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected March 22, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 31, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2020
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 27, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 23, 2020
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 27, 2020 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2019
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected March 12, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2019
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 7, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2019
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 12, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2019
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 12, 2019 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 445321 · certified since October 1, 1993. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.