Total health inspections
3
Tennessee average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Knoxville, TN
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Knoxville, TN
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home
Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans’ Home is a cozy country retreat nestled in the scenic West Knoxville. The 140-bed facility is dedicated to providing award-winning care for veterans and their families. The home boasts multiple outdoor patios with breathtaking views of the countryside, creating an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. The community takes pride in upholding honor and quality in rural West Knoxville. Living areas and recreation rooms are available for residents to enjoy. The home is also conveniently located near several Knoxville hospitals, ensuring prompt medical attention when needed.
One of the most striking features of the facility is its spotless cleanliness. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and they organize daily events to keep residents entertained. The outdoor walking and sitting areas are lovely, and the facility’s design is both practical and functional. With field trips and scenic views, Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans’ Home is the perfect place for veterans to enjoy their retirement years.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 12th out of 137 homes in Tennessee.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 12th out of 137 homes in Tennessee.Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 50m per day
Rank #12 / 137Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 137 homes in Tennessee.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Tennessee average, with a ranking across 137 Tennessee SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Tennessee avg
+32%
Standout metric
Nurse Aide is +26% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 43m per day | ▲ 16% State avg: 37m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 1h 14m per day | ▲ 12% State avg: 1h 6m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 42m per day | ▲ 26% State avg: 2h 9m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 4m per day | ▲ 21% State avg: 3h 21m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 3m per day | ▼ 40% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 21m per day | ▼ 16% State avg: 25m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
94.7%
Rank #14 / 141Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 141 homes in Tennessee.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 141. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
441 days
Occupancy rate
94.7%
Rank #14 / 141Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 141 homes in Tennessee.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its Statewide rank out of 141. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
441 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 months
Private pay
68% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Medicaid
4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
8 years
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by city authorities.
Home revenue
$18.4M
Operating deficit
-$1.5M
Governmental community
Operated by city authorities.
Home revenue
$18.4M Rank #36 / 141Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 36th out of 141 homes in Tennessee.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Tennessee SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$1.5M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #14 / 141Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 141 homes in Tennessee.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Tennessee average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$12.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #14 / 141Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 141 homes in Tennessee.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Tennessee average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$19.8M
140-bed community Rank #29 / 143Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 143 homes in Tennessee.Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Tennessee SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 7 / 100 Rank #117 / 135Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 117th out of 135 homes in Tennessee.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Tennessee SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusLicensed
ExpirationMarch 5, 2026
License Number00000385
Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home is legally operated by State of Tennessee, and administrated by Doug Ottinger.
Wheelchair Accessible
Rehabilitation Services
24-Hour Staffing
24-Hour Rn Coverage
Private And Semi-Private Rooms Available
Physical
Occupational
And Speech Therapy
Social Services Team
Spacious Lounges And Outdoor Patio Areas
Restaurant-Style Dining Areas
Dental
Podiatry
Audiology & Eye Care
On-Site Barber & Beautician Services
Wi-Fi And Cable
Daily Housekeeping Services
Daily Laundry And Linen Service
Confidential Assistance With Forms And Correspondence
Assistance With Shopping
Voter Registration
ActivitiesExtensive daily activities program
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing & Therapy Services, Extensive daily activities program, Wheelchair accessible transportation
Volunteer ProgramsYes
Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining areas with a wide variety of fresh food options.
Types of Care at Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home
Skilled Nursing
Inspection History
In Tennessee, the Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities performs unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure facilities provide high-quality resident care.
Since 2019 · 7 years of data
6 citations
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Tennessee state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2019 vs. Tennessee state average
Latest Inspection
January 23, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | TN Average | vs. TN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 4 | This facility has 50% more total citations than a typical Tennessee nursing home (6 vs. TN avg 4). Click this badge to view the full Tennessee ranking.↑ 50% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2019.
| 0.9 | 0.6 | This facility has 50% more citations per year than a typical Tennessee nursing home (0.9 vs. TN avg 0.6). Click this badge to view the full Tennessee ranking.↑ 50% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on January 23, 2025, found one deficiency related to failure to protect residents from all types of abuse, specifically resident-to-resident sexual abuse. Earlier inspections identified issues with resident assessments, care planning documentation, and referral processes, including inaccurate Minimum Data Set assessments and incomplete care documentation. Complaint investigations included a substantiated case involving lack of CNA participation in care planning and inaccurate falls risk assessment, as well as the recent abuse incident, both addressed with corrective actions. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring documentation and resident care issues, with corrective measures implemented after each finding.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsHealth Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
5
Rank #9 / 141Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 141 homes in Tennessee.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Tennessee State average, with a ranking across all 141 TN SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Tennessee average 15.4
Citations per inspection
1.67
Rank #6 / 141Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 141 homes in Tennessee.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Tennessee mean across 141 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Tennessee average 4.39
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
4 of 5 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 5 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 1.1
Serious Health citations
0
100% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 0.6
Citations history (last 7 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Jan 23, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Feb 14, 2024
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Feb 14, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Apr 24, 2019
Corrected
Financial Assistance for
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Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home is located in Knoxville, Tennessee.
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16.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Knoxville's city center to Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.45 miles to nearest hospital (Professional Medical Transport)
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Staffing Data
Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
177
Employees
137
Contractors
40
Staff to resident ratio
1.34:1
25% worse than Tennessee average
Avg staff/day
80
Average shift
8.6 hours
0% compared with Tennessee average
Total staff hours (quarter)
62,561
Nursing staff breakdown
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
17
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
36
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
97
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
15.5%
9,716 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 25
Licensed Practical Nurse: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 4
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 72 | 25 | 97 | 31,718 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 32 | 4 | 36 | 14,478 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 5,702 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,909 | 67 | 74% | 8.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,827 | 74 | 81% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 900 | 67 | 74% | 7.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 873 | 73 | 80% | 7.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 848 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 568 | 63 | 69% | 6.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 58 | 64% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 460 | 65 | 71% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 284 | 35 | 38% | 8.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
97 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
36 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
17 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
74%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
81%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
74%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
80%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
65%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
69%
1 Administrator
% of Days
67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
65%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
65%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
64%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
71%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
38%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
14%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
132
Medicare
1
0.8% of residents
Medicaid
28
21.2% of residents
Private pay or other
103
78% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.0
15% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.2
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.2
19% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 19.5
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.6%
In line with Tennessee averageTennessee average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
28.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
28.3%
30% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 21.7%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.7%
24% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 20.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.4%
47% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 3.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.0%
30% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.3%
60% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 2.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.7%
41% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 6.3%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.2%
53% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 11.0%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.1%
40% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 16.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.6%
11% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 89.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.1%
In line with Tennessee averageTennessee average: 94.5%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.95
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.95
40% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 1.58
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.49
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.49
69% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 1.57
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
88.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
88.0%
10% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 79.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
8.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
8.1%
377% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 1.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
82.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
82.5%
In line with Tennessee averageTennessee average: 79.8%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.6%
6% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 22.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
13.5%
21% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 11.2%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
25.9%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
25.9%
52% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
41.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
41.7%
17% worse than Tennessee averageTennessee average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
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.
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Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
94.7%
↑ 5.3pp vs 2023
Net Income
-$1.5M
↓ ~$793.9K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$12.2M
↑ ~$238.3K vs 2023
Profit Margin
-7.9%
↓ 3.9pp vs 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home
Who is the owner of Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home?
The legal owner and operator of Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home is State of Tennessee.
Is Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home in a walkable area?
Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home?
According to TN state health department records, Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home's license number is 00000385.
When does Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home's license expire?
According to TN state health department records, Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home's license expires on March 5, 2026.
Who is the administrator of Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home?
Doug Ottinger is the administrator of Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home.
How many beds does Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home have?
Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home has 140 beds.
What is the phone number of Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home?
(865) 862-8100 will put you in contact with the team at Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home.
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