Last Updated: December 2025

🏆 Top 25 Nursing Homes in Tennessee

View our comprehensive rankings of the highest quality facilities in Tennessee, based on CMS data, staffing, safety, and quality measures.

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Tennessee at a Glance

317
Total Facilities
2.8
Average Rating
N/A
Avg RN Hours/Day
N/A%
Avg Turnover Rate

CMS Star Rating Distribution

(5-Star)
50
15.8%
(4-Star)
58
18.3%
(3-Star)
58
18.3%
(2-Star)
68
21.5%
(1-Star)
77
24.3%

About Nursing Homes in Tennessee

Tennessee has 317 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 2.8 stars. 50 facilities (15.8%) earn the top five-star rating.

All nursing homes in Tennessee are regulated by state and federal agencies, undergo regular CMS inspections, and must meet federal quality standards. Use our search tool to compare facilities based on Medicare ratings, staffing levels, quality measures, and safety records.

Nursing Home Costs in Tennessee

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Statewide Average

Nursing home costs in Tennessee average $300-$324 per day ($9,000-$9,720/month) for skilled nursing care, which is on par with the national median according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey.

Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents.

Cost Variation by Metro Area

We have city-level cost data for 10 metro areas in Tennessee. Costs can vary significantly by location:

Chattanooga
$293-$326/day ($8,790-$9,780/month)
Clarksville
$259-$305/day ($7,770-$9,150/month)
Cleveland
$310-$320/day ($9,300-$9,600/month)
Jackson
$300-$333/day ($9,000-$9,990/month)
Johnson City
$290-$335/day ($8,700-$10,050/month)
Kingsport
$298-$316/day ($8,940-$9,480/month)

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Browse by City in Tennessee

View nursing homes in specific cities across Tennessee. Each city page shows facilities ranked by quality.

MEMPHIS
16 facilities
KNOXVILLE
13 facilities
NASHVILLE
12 facilities

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All Nursing Homes in Tennessee

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Showing 317 of 317 facilities in Tennessee

KIRBY PINES MANOR

3535 KIRBY PARKWAY, MEMPHIS, TN 38115

Phone: (901)365-3665

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 120 | Est. Occupancy: 5% (~114 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

FORT SANDERS TCU

1901 CLINCH AVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37916

Phone: (865)541-1111

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 24 | Est. Occupancy: 78% (~5 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

LIFE CARE CENTER OF ATHENS

1234 FRYE STREET, ATHENS, TN 37371

Phone: (423)745-8181

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 128 | Est. Occupancy: 70% (~39 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

HERMITAGE HEALTH CENTER

1633 HILLVIEW DRIVE, ELIZABETHTON, TN 37643

Phone: (423)543-2571

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 70 | Est. Occupancy: 78% (~16 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

WHITE HOUSE HEALTH CARE INC

2871 HIGHWAY 31W, WHITE HOUSE, TN 37188

Phone: (615)672-3636

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 84 | Est. Occupancy: 83% (~15 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

IVY HALL NURSING HOME

301 WATAUGA AVE, ELIZABETHTON, TN 37643

Phone: (423)542-6512

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 101 | Est. Occupancy: 78% (~22 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
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📚 Expert Guides to Evaluating Nursing Homes

Learn how to interpret quality ratings and staffing metrics with our data-driven guides based on 14,751 facilities nationwide.

The Truth About Star Ratings

Only 18.9% of facilities earn 5 stars. Learn what ratings really mean and how to use them effectively.

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Understanding Staffing Levels

Tennessee averages N/A RN hours/day. Learn what staffing metrics reveal about care quality.

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Facility Tour Checklist

Essential questions to ask and red flags to watch for when visiting Tennessee facilities.

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Warning Signs of Neglect

Critical red flags that indicate neglect, abuse, or substandard care at any facility.

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Decoding CMS Data

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