Tennessee average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Feb 2025

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Alta Heights Post Acute is a nursing home in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Owned by Goodlettsville SNF Healthcare, LLC, this 90-bed community has been in operation for over 33 years. The community accommodates Medicare beneficiaries, offering tailored paths for both short-term recovery and long-term clinical needs.
A therapy gym and expansive courtyards are among the amenities available.
According to CMS staffing metrics, the community presents a varied nursing care profile compared to Tennessee benchmarks. Daily Registered Nurse care averages 32 minutes per resident, falling 14% below the state average. Conversely, licensed practical nurse time stands at 1 hour and 12 minutes, outperforming the state average by 11%, while certified nursing assistant hours sit slightly below typical state levels at 1 hour and 59 minutes. On weekends, total nursing drops 6% below state averages to 3 hours and 9 minutes, with weekend RN coverage falling 33% short of the benchmark at 16 minutes per day, indicating reduced clinical supervision on Saturdays and Sundays. Furthermore, direct physical therapist time averages 2 minutes daily per resident, which is below the 5-minute state average.
Data from the most recent state inspection in November 2019 and CMS short-stay metrics indicate areas for family review. While re-hospitalization rates mirror state averages, the emergency room return rate of 18.3% is higher than the Tennessee average of 11.2%. Additionally, successful transitions back home sit at 41%, compared to the state average of 50.6%.
The community offers 24-hour nursing coverage alongside its dedicated therapy space to aid mobility restoration. Administrative offices operate Monday through Friday from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M., with weekend availability from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. With a Walk Score of 59, the surrounding neighborhood is also moderately walkable, meaning a few everyday errands can be accomplished on foot.
Alta Heights Post Acute serves older adults requiring structured post-hospital recovery or continuous skilled clinical attention. Since short-stay quality metrics show some vulnerabilities, families are advised to inquire deeply into discharge protocols or compare local staffing ratios if intensive physical therapy and high RN availability are top priorities.
Alta Heights Post Acute is administrated by Benjamin Anderson.
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 2025
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.
16 of 18 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 18 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
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.
Total hours from contractors
11,115 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 40 | 69 | 109 | 17,231 | 92 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 48 | 66 | 7,922 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 6 | 4 | 10 | 3,117 | 92 | 100% | 10.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 839 | 67 | 73% | 6.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 624 | 75 | 82% | 8.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 610 | 65 | 71% | 6.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 481 | 63 | 68% | 6.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 65% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 454 | 57 | 62% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 303 | 60 | 65% | 4.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 298 | 45 | 49% | 6.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 292 | 38 | 41% | 7.7 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 267 | 32 | 35% | 8.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
14% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
80% of new residents, often for short stays.
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Alta Heights Post Acute based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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Estimated distance in miles from Goodlettsville's city center to Alta Heights Post Acute's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Alta Heights Post Acute is located in Goodlettsville, Tennessee.
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The legal owner and operator of Alta Heights Post Acute is Goodlettsville SNF Healthcare, LLC.
Alta Heights Post Acute has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to TN state health department records, Alta Heights Post Acute's license number is 00000067.
According to TN state health department records, Alta Heights Post Acute's license expires on May 11, 2026.
Benjamin Anderson is the administrator of Alta Heights Post Acute.
Alta Heights Post Acute has 90 beds.
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