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Nursing homes in Lincoln County, Tennessee
There are 2 certified nursing homes in Lincoln County, Tennessee, with 247 beds between them.
0% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (38%). Inspectors recorded 32 health deficiencies over three cycles, 13.0 per 100 beds against 12.7 statewide.
No fines are listed for facilities in the county in the period covered.
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 | Lincoln County | Tennessee | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 303 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 0% | 38% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 13.0 | 12.7 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.7 | 3.6 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $0 | $7.4M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville | Fayetteville | 79 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 10.1 | — | 10 Sep 2025 |
| Donalson Care Center | Fayetteville | 168 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 24 | 14.3 | — | 12 Mar 2025 |
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. | 3 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 3 |
| F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | 3 |
| F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | 3 |
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 2 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Non profit | 2 |
Chains present: Huntsville Hospital Health System (1), Twin Rivers Health & Rehabilitation (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Lincoln County, Tennessee?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 247 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Lincoln County have the highest CMS ratings?
Elk River Health & Rehabilitation of Fayetteville (4 stars), Donalson Care Center (3 stars)
How do Lincoln County nursing homes compare with Tennessee?
0% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 38% statewide; citations run at 13.0 per 100 beds against 12.7 statewide.