Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Newport, Tennessee
1 of 2 nursing homes in Newport (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Tennessee statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
206
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Newport, Tennessee, is adequate, with two facilities available and one highly recommended. Families should note that while the top facility, TENNOVA NEWPORT CONVALESCENT CENTER, has received excellent ratings, there is one facility to avoid due to its performance.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 TENNOVA NEWPORT CONVALESCENT CENTER (90) — Tennova Newport Convalescent Center shines with a 5-star CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. The facility's A grade reflects its commitment to high-quality care, and with no fines, it demonstrates a clean track record. Residents benefit from a well-staffed environment with 56 beds, ensuring personalized attention.
The other 1 Newport facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Tennova Newport Convalescent Center shines with a 5-star CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. The facility's A grade reflects its commitment to high-quality care, and with no fines, it demonstrates a clean track record. Residents benefit from a well-staffed environment with 56 beds, ensuring personalized attention.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Newport Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 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
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Newport Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Newport's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Newport facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Newport avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Newport facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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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 Newport, TN are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Newport (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Newport "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 Newport?
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.