Life Care Center Of Elizabethton faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 53/100. The facility ranks in the 46th percentile among Tennessee nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Life Care Center Of Elizabethton, with 3.35 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.
Recent CMS inspections identified 11 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of Elizabethton, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.35 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.42 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.82 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.11 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.87 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.27 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0684 Severity JProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Feb 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0711 Severity JEnsure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.Feb 28, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0756 Severity JEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in develoFeb 28, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0561 Severity DHonor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Nov 13, 2023 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0584 Severity DHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for dNov 13, 2023 · 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 | 5.5% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 3.7% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 19.6% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.2% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 2.4% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 7.5% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 24.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $10,036
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 53 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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