Perry County Nursing Home has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 27/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Tennessee. Families considering this Linden facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Perry County Nursing Home is near the national average, with 3.88 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 23 deficiencies at Perry County Nursing Home, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.88 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.24 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.17 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.47 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.35 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.12 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Dec 11, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Dec 11, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0572 Severity DGive residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.Dec 11, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Dec 11, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0610 Severity DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.Dec 11, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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 | 8.2% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 3.9% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 30.0% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.7% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 32.8% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 9.3% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 19.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $15,593
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 27 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 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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