Wharton Nursing Home has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 7/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Tennessee. Families considering this Pleasant Hill facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Wharton Nursing Home is near the national average, with 4.11 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 20 deficiencies at Wharton Nursing Home, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.11 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.31 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.65 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.15 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.66 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.14 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0600 Severity JProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.May 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity JTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.May 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0656 Severity JDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.May 23, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Feb 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0700 Severity FTry different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review theseFeb 21, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care 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 | 7.9% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 5.1% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 32.9% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.9% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 19.3% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 1.0% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 31.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $78,533
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 7 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: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -7 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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