RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Athens, TN (2026)

Compare all 2 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Athens, TN, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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2Nursing Homes in Athens
3.5/5
+0.5 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Athens Avg Rating
$19K$50K vs state avgState avg: $69KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeAthens, TN

Nhc Healthcare, Athens

For-profit

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

Above Tennessee avg of 3.0

1204 Frye StAthens, TN 37303

(423) 745-0434

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21 Penalty

Nursing HomeAthens, TN

Life Care Center Of Athens

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
128 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Below Tennessee avg of 3.0

1234 Frye Street Po Box 786Athens, TN 37371

(423) 745-8181

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Care landscape in Athens

How Athens compares with the rest of Tennessee on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+19.9%

    A little higher than the state average of 18.8%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover40.1%

    About 18% lower than the state average of 48.9%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability19.5%

    A little higher than the state average of 18.6%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Athens, TN?

This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Athens, TN and shows the top 2.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the 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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