Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Etowah, TN
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Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation

Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Etowah, TN
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Overview of Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation

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 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.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
Health Inspection Info 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.
Staffing Info 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.
Quality Measures Info 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

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info 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 11m per day
Rank #25 / 192Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th out of 192 homes in Tennessee. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Tennessee average, with a ranking across 192 Tennessee facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs avg

3 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Registered Nurse (RN) is +55% above state avg
Staff type Hours / Day / Resident vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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. 57m per day ▲ 55% State avg: 37m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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 2m per day ▼ 5% State avg: 1h 5m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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. 1h 52m per day ▼ 13% State avg: 2h 9m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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. 3h 4m per day ▼ 9% State avg: 3h 21m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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. 5m per day ▲ 6% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info 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. 25m per day ▲ 4% State avg: 24m per day · National avg: 28m per day
Bed community size
88-bed community Rank #186 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 186th out of 426 homes in Tennessee. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Tennessee facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.
Years in operation
34 years in operation Rank #67 / 385Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th out of 385 homes in Tennessee. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Tennessee facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #230 / 553Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 230th out of 553 homes in Tennessee. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Tennessee facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
IssuanceJuly 1, 1992
ExpirationAugust 1, 2026 Expires in 27 days
License Number00000165

Ownership & Operating Entity

Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation is administered by Wallace William Stutts.

Owner NameAthens Regional Medical Center, LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsBehavioral Health, Breast Health, Cancer Care, Cardiology, Diabetes Care, Digestive Health, Emergency Room, Infusion Services, Labor & Delivery, Medical Imaging, Orthopedics, Sleep Diagnostics Center, Special Delivery Program, Surgery, Telehealth Services, Urology, Vascular Care
Touring HoursMonday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM

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Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2021
Total health inspections 2

State average N/A


Last Health inspection on Feb 2024

Total health citations
10 Rank #61 / 196Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 196 homes in Tennessee. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Tennessee State average, with a ranking across all 196 TN facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average N/A

Citations per inspection
5 Rank #122 / 196Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 122nd out of 196 homes in Tennessee. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Tennessee mean across 196 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average N/A


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 10 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)
Critical health citations
0
In line with State average

State average: N/A


Serious health citations
0
In line with State average

State average: N/A

0 critical citations State average: N/A

0 serious citations State average: N/A

10 moderate citations State average: N/A

0 minor citations State average: N/A
Citations history (last 5 years)
Administration moderate citation Feb 06, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Feb 06, 2024
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Feb 06, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Feb 06, 2024
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 70
Employees 70
Contractors 0
Staff to resident ratio 1.09 : 1
0% compared with State average

State average ratio: 0 : 0

Avg staff/day 30
Average shift 8.7 hours
0% compared with State average

State average: 0 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 24,061

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 11 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 11 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 26 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 26
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.8 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors 0% — all staff are direct employees this quarter

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
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
26 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
11 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
5 Dietitian
% of Days 76%
3 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 72%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 76%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 67%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 57%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 61%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 51%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 14%
1 Administrator
% of Days 9%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 12%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 3%

Penalties and fines

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)

Total fines amount $9K Rank #137 / 198Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 137th out of 198 homes in Tennessee. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Tennessee average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 198 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Rankings are based only on facilities in Tennessee that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
90% lower than State average

State average: $86K

Number of fines 2
15% more fines than State average

State average: 1.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than State average

State average: 0.5

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $9K
State average $86K
Penalty History

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.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 6, 2024
$4K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 6, 2024
$5K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 13.5
29% worse than State average

State average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 21.8
12% worse than State average

State average: 19.5

Long-stay resident measures
Average Info 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 Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 18.6%
16% worse than State average

State average: 16.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 24.5%
13% worse than State average

State average: 21.7%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 22.3%
8% worse than State average

State average: 20.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 11.4%
211% worse than State average

State average: 3.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.9%
48% better than State average

State average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 5.5%
168% worse than State average

State average: 2.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 10.3%
64% worse than State average

State average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 1.5%
86% better than State average

State average: 11.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 21.0%
27% worse than State average

State average: 16.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.5%
11% better than State average

State average: 89.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.2%
In line with State average

State average: 94.5%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.77
51% better than State average

State average: 1.58

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.60
In line with State average

State average: 1.57

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.1%
22% better than State average

State average: 79.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.6%
6% better than State average

State average: 1.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.6%
24% better than State average

State average: 79.8%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 24.2%
9% worse than State average

State average: 22.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 6.0%
46% better than State average

State average: 11.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than State average

State average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 51.3%
In line with State average

State average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 59.8%
18% better than State average

State average: 50.6%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 64
Medicare
13
20.3% of residents
Medicaid
51
79.7% 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation

Who is the owner of Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation?

Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation is legally operated by Athens Regional Medical Center, LLC, and administered by Wallace William Stutts.

Is Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation in a walkable area?

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.

What is the license number of Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation?

According to TN state health department records, Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation's license number is 00000165.

When does Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation's license expire?

According to TN state health department records, Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation's license expires on August 1, 2026.

Does Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation is registered as a for-profit in TN.

Who is the administrator of Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation?

Wallace William Stutts is the administrator of Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation.

How many beds does Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation have?

Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation has 88 beds.

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