Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Ashland City, Tennessee
1 of 2 nursing homes in Ashland City (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Tennessee statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
175
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$6,350 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Ashland City, Tennessee, is limited, with only two facilities available and just one recommended. Families should be aware of the avoid tier facility, which has incurred total fines of $6,350, highlighting the need for careful consideration when choosing care options.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 HILLCREST HEALTHCARE CENTER (73) — Hillcrest Healthcare Center boasts a solid Trust Score of 73/100 and a respectable CMS rating of 3 stars, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, this for-profit facility with 95 beds focuses on providing a reliable environment for residents, making it a commendable choice in Ashland City.
The other 1 Ashland City facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $6K.
Recommended
Hillcrest Healthcare Center boasts a solid Trust Score of 73/100 and a respectable CMS rating of 3 stars, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B and no fines, this for-profit facility with 95 beds focuses on providing a reliable environment for residents, making it a commendable choice in Ashland City.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Ashland City Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 3 stars | 2.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $6,350
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Ashland City Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Ashland City's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Ashland City facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Ashland City avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Ashland City facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Ashland City, TN are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Ashland City (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Ashland City "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Ashland City?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.