RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Chattanooga, TN (2026)

Compare all 6 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Chattanooga, TN, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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6Nursing Homes in Chattanooga
3.2/5
+0.2 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Chattanooga Avg Rating
$36K$33K vs state avgState avg: $69KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeChattanooga, TN

The Health Center At Standifer Place

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
444 BedsStandard health inspection Jul 2025

Above Tennessee avg of 3.0

2626 Walker RdChattanooga, TN 37421

(423) 490-1599

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeChattanooga, TN

Nhc Healthcare, Chattanooga

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
200 BedsStandard health inspection Oct 2024

Above Tennessee avg of 3.0

2700 Parkwood AveChattanooga, TN 37404

(423) 624-1533

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeChattanooga, TN

Life Care Center Of East Ridge

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
108 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

At Tennessee avg of 3.0

1502 Mcdonald RoadChattanooga, TN 37412

(423) 894-1254

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Care landscape in Chattanooga

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

  • Population 65+14.9%

    About 21% lower than the state average of 18.8%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover51.5%

    A little higher than the state average of 48.9%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability18.3%

    About the same as the state average of 18.6%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Chattanooga, TN?

This page evaluates 6 eligible nursing homes in Chattanooga, TN and shows the top 6.

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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