RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Tennessee (2026)

The top 25 of 300 CMS-certified nursing homes in Tennessee, ranked by CMS overall rating, then penalties, health inspections and staffing — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

3031.3 per 30K residentsBelow national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.0/5
Same as national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$69K$1K vs national avgNational avg: $70KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeKnoxville, TN

Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
140 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above Tennessee avg of 3.0

One Veterans WayKnoxville, TN 37931

(865) 862-8100

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeHumboldt, TN

W D Bill Manning Tennessee State Veterans Home

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
140 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2026

Above Tennessee avg of 3.0

2865 Main StreetHumboldt, TN 38343

(731) 784-8405

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeElizabethton, TN

Hillview Health Center

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
76 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2023

Above Tennessee avg of 3.0

1666 Hillview DriveElizabethton, TN 37643

(423) 542-5061

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeWhite Pine, TN

Jefferson Park At White Pine

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
30 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above Tennessee avg of 3.0

407 Laura Lee DrWhite Pine, TN 37890

(865) 327-4100

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeLivingston, TN

Overton County Health And Rehab Center

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
125 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Above Tennessee avg of 3.0

318 Bilbrey StreetLivingston, TN 38570

(931) 823-6403

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomePikeville, TN

Bledsoe County Nursing Home

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
50 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above Tennessee avg of 3.0

107 Wheelertown AvenuePikeville, TN 37367

(423) 447-6811

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomeSavannah, TN

Park Rest Hardin County Health Center

Government

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
62 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Above Tennessee avg of 3.0

85 Shelby DriveSavannah, TN 38372

(731) 925-1181

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeDandridge, TN

Jefferson County Nursing Home

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
160 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

At Tennessee avg of 3.0

914 Industrial Park RdDandridge, TN 37725

(865) 397-3163

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomeClarksville, TN

Brigadier General Wendell H Gilbert Tn State Veter

Government

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
108 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2022

At Tennessee avg of 3.0

250 Arrowood DriveClarksville, TN 37042

(931) 245-4700

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in Tennessee

#41of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Among the lowest-ranked states for overall health outcomes — long-term care demand runs high (rank 41 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+18.8%Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy73.8 yrs

    A little lower than the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover48.9%

    A little higher than the national average of 45.8%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Tennessee →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Tennessee?

Tennessee has 303 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 300 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Tennessee?

Nursing homes in Tennessee average 3.0 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in Tennessee is penalized?

Among Tennessee nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $69K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.

How does Tennessee compare with the national average?

Tennessee averages 3.0 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $69K versus $70K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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