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Nursing homes in Carter County, Tennessee
There are 6 certified nursing homes in Carter County, Tennessee, with 579 beds between them.
0% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 27 health deficiencies over three cycles, 4.7 per 100 beds against 12.7 statewide.
Fines in the period covered total $10K across 1 fine.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Carter County | Tennessee | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 6 | 303 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 0% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 4.7 | 12.7 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.7 | 3.6 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $10K | $7.4M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermitage Health Center | Elizabethton | 70 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 7.1 | — | 20 May 2025 |
| Ivy Hall Nursing Home | Elizabethton | 101 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 2.0 | — | 16 Feb 2022 |
| Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln | Elizabethton | 94 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2.1 | — | 7 May 2025 |
| The Waters of Roan Highlands,LLC | Roan Mountain | 80 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0.0 | — | — |
| Hillview Health Center | Elizabethton | 76 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 9.2 | — | 14 Nov 2023 |
| Life Care Center of Elizabethton | Elizabethton | 158 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 11 | 7.0 | $10K | 29 Feb 2024 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | 4 |
| F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | 2 |
| F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | 2 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 2 |
| F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | 2 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 4 |
| Non profit | 1 |
| Government | 1 |
Chains present: Twin Rivers Health & Rehabilitation (2), Life Care Centers Of America (1), Signature Healthcare (1), Infinity Healthcare Consulting (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Carter County, Tennessee?
6 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 579 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Carter County have the highest CMS ratings?
Hermitage Health Center (5 stars), Ivy Hall Nursing Home (5 stars), Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton Rehab & Welln (5 stars)
How do Carter County nursing homes compare with Tennessee?
0% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 4.7 per 100 beds against 12.7 statewide.