Tennessee Veterans Home has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 19/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Tennessee. Families considering this Murfreesboro facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing levels at Tennessee Veterans Home exceed national averages, with 4.53 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.52 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.
Recent CMS inspections identified 21 deficiencies at Tennessee Veterans Home, including 5 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: dispose of garbage and refuse properly..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.53 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.52 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.44 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.57 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.62 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.29 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0814 Severity FDispose of garbage and refuse properly.Jan 29, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0623 Severity DProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including aJan 29, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0625 Severity DNotify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospiJan 29, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0684 Severity DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Jan 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity DProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Jan 29, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 | 4.4% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 1.7% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 13.9% | 14.5% | Average |
| Urinary tract infections | 3.9% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 17.3% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 8.0% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 32.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $193,155
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 19 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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