Buchanan Place has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 38/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Tennessee. Families considering this New Tazewell facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Buchanan Place is near the national average, with 3.53 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 16 deficiencies at Buchanan Place, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.53 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.69 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.73 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.11 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.01 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.41 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.May 9, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0756 Severity EEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in develoMay 9, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.May 9, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Jun 28, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0569 Severity DNotify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.Jun 28, 2022 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 3.1% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 3.7% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 16.3% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.9% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 19.0% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.2% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 16.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $8,021
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 38 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -0 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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