Laughlin Health Care Center
801 E McKee St · Greeneville, TN · 37743 · 4236389226
90 certified beds Government - Federal Chain: Ahava Healthcare Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
The complete Safety Report — $19
Everything on this page plus the full citation-by-citation history with inspector findings, the complete penalty record, staffing vs benchmarks, side-by-side nearby comparisons, and the printable tour checklist. One PDF, emailed in minutes, yours to keep and share with family.
Red flags
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.59 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.71 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.11 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 53% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $9,770 |
Inspection citations (16 in the current record)
-
Actual harm · G October 5, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected November 29, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
-
Actual harm · G October 5, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
-
Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Resident Rights
-
Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Corrected October 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
-
Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
-
Potential for harm · E October 5, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected November 29, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
-
Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 29, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
-
Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
-
Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
-
Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected October 31, 2023 · Administration
-
Potential for harm · F October 5, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 25, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
-
Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected November 3, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
-
Potential for harm · F October 5, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 26, 2023 · Infection Control
-
Potential for harm · D October 5, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected October 12, 2023 · Infection Control
-
Potential for harm · D January 8, 2020
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 14, 2020 · Infection Control
-
Potential for harm · F December 19, 2018
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 18, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 5, 2023 | Fine | $4,885 |
| October 5, 2023 | Fine | $4,885 |
| October 5, 2023 | Payment Denial | 21 days |
Family & resident reviews — a separate signal, never mixed into the score
No approved reviews yet. If your family has experience with this facility, yours could be the review that helps the next family decide.
Sign in to share your family's experience — reviews are moderated and never affect the Safety Score.
Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 445264 · certified since April 12, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.