Tennessee average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Feb 2024

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Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation is a church-affiliated, voluntary non-profit nursing home in Etowah, TN, that provides skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. Serving McMinn County and the surrounding East Tennessee area since July 1, 1992, this 88-bed community brings over 33 years of dedicated operational experience under the ownership of Athens Regional Medical Center, LLC.
A commitment to high-quality care is evident in the community’s 4-star overall CMS rating, which highlights above-average composite performance across health inspections, staffing metrics, and quality measures. A review of recent inspections also reveals 10 total citations across two standard evaluations over the past five years. All cited areas were of moderate severity, with absolutely zero critical or serious infractions, and every item under infection control, administration, and pharmacy services has been fully resolved. The most recent inspection was successfully completed in February 2024.
Clinical oversight is a particular area of strength, specifically regarding registered nurse presence. Older adults benefit from 49 minutes of RN coverage per resident each day, which stands 32% above the Tennessee state average of 37 minutes. This strong clinical presence extends into the weekend, where RN hours average 27 minutes, which is 13% higher than the state benchmark. Overall daily nursing coverage also reaches a robust 4 hours and 11 minutes. While LPN/LVN and nurse aide hours sit modestly below state means by 15% each, and physical therapist hours are slightly under the state average, weekend nursing totals remain completely in line with regional benchmarks. As of Q2 2025, operations are supported by 71 total staff members, with 69 employees and 2 contractors, maintaining an average shift length of 9 hours and a staff-to-resident ratio of 1.11:1.
Comprehensive rehabilitation therapies are provided, alongside fully licensed nursing and CNA assistance. Due to its direct relationship with Athens Regional Medical Center, the community also features a hospital-affiliated care model boasting an exceptionally broad roster of medical specialties. Available programs include behavioral health, telehealth services, cardiology, vascular support, diabetes care, cancer care, infusion services, digestive health, urology, orthopedics, and sleep diagnostics. Administrative offices are open to assist families Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5 PM. Located in an area with a Walk Score of 40, most daily errands will necessitate transportation, though a handful of neighborhood services remain within walking distance.
For older adults in East Tennessee seeking a hospital-aligned skilled nursing environment with superior RN supervision and expansive specialty programs, Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation stands out as an excellent choice in McMinn County. The community’s long-standing history in the Etowah neighborhood, paired with its church-affiliated non-profit foundation, establishes a deeply rooted and stable identity.
Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation is administrated by Wallace William Stutts.
In Tennessee, the Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities performs unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure facilities provide high-quality resident care.
Tennessee average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Feb 2024
Tennessee average 15.4
Tennessee average 4.39
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 10 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Tennessee average: 1.1
Tennessee average: 0.6
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 26 | 0 | 26 | 9,934 | 92 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 5,456 | 92 | 100% | 9 |
| Registered Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 3,997 | 91 | 99% | 8.8 |
| Dietitian | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,015 | 70 | 76% | 7.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 3 | 0 | 3 | 975 | 66 | 72% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 733 | 70 | 76% | 6.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 468 | 62 | 67% | 7.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 444 | 52 | 57% | 8.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 431 | 56 | 61% | 6.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 380 | 47 | 51% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 100 | 13 | 14% | 7.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 60 | 8 | 9% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 52 | 11 | 12% | 4.7 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 3 | 3% | 6 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
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Estimated distance in miles from Etowah's city center to Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation is located in Etowah, Tennessee.
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The legal owner and operator of Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation is Athens Regional Medical Center, LLC.
Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to TN state health department records, Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation's license number is 00000165.
According to TN state health department records, Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation's license expires on August 1, 2026.
Wallace William Stutts is the administrator of Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation.
Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation has 88 beds.
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