Life Care Center of Ooltewah
5911 Snow Hill Road · Ooltewah, TN · 37363 · 4235310600
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Life Care Centers of America
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
Weekends run noticeably short-staffed
Weekend staffing is 75% of the overall level. Visit on a Saturday or Sunday before deciding.
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: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.13 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.09 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.09 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 46% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (6 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2022
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 18, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 18, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 14, 2022
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 18, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2019
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 11, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 26, 2018
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected October 31, 2018 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 26, 2018
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 31, 2018 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 445511 · certified since April 30, 2013. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.