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LIFE CARE CENTER OF ATHENS Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (ATHENS, Tennessee)

1234 FRYE STREET PO BOX 786, ATHENS, Tennessee 37371

Phone: 4237458181

CMS Overall:2/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
128
Avg Residents/Day
90.3
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Mc Minn
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
Yes

CMS Star Ratings

Overall2/5
Health1/5
Staffing4/5
Quality5/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityTennessee AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.900.60+0.31
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.663.82-0.16
CMS Staffing Rating4/52.5/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover32.6%48.6%-

Health Citation History

16 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-03-28Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.J – Immediate Jeopardy
2026-03-28Administration DeficienciesAdminister the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-28Administration DeficienciesHave a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-28Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesProtect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-28Resident Rights DeficienciesReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-28Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-28Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-28Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate foot care.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-28Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-28Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-28Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesHave a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-28Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-11-14Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-11-14Environmental DeficienciesProvide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-11-14Resident Rights DeficienciesAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-11-14Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

7 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2023-08-02Miscellaneous DeficienciesTo conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-02Egress DeficienciesAdd doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-02Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesEstablish staff and initial training requirements.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-02Smoke DeficienciesProvide properly protected cooking facilities.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-02Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2023-08-02Miscellaneous DeficienciesProvide a written emergency evacuation plan.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2019-11-14Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.B – Minimal Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$12,444
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2026-03-28Fine$12,444-

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