Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Oak Ridge, Tennessee
1 of 2 nursing homes in Oak Ridge (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
248
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$205,329 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 Oak Ridge, Tennessee, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 50% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware of one facility with significant fines totaling $205,329, while NHC Healthcare, Oak Ridge stands out with a B+ rating and 4 stars.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 NHC HEALTHCARE, OAK RIDGE (80) — NHC Healthcare, Oak Ridge boasts a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility ensures quality care in a spacious environment with 128 beds, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking comfort and support.
The other 1 Oak Ridge facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $205K.
Recommended
NHC Healthcare, Oak Ridge boasts a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and an impressive CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility ensures quality care in a spacious environment with 128 beds, making it a reliable choice for residents seeking comfort and support.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Oak Ridge Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 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
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $205,329
Questions Oak Ridge 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?"
Oak Ridge's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Oak Ridge facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Oak Ridge avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge, TN are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Oak Ridge (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Oak Ridge "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 Oak Ridge?
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.