Best Nursing Homes in Pulaski, Tennessee

1 of 2 nursing homes in Pulaski (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Tennessee statewide average is 29%.

1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data

Worth Considering

1

Facilities graded B or better with zero fines

1 recommended 1 caution 0 avoid

City Average

3.5

+0.00 vs state

Total Beds

185

across 2 facilities

High Risk Facilities

0

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 Pulaski, Tennessee is adequate with only 2 facilities, one of which is recommended. Families should consider Meadowbrook Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, which holds a B+ rating and 4 stars, as it stands out in this limited market.

Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)

  1. 1 Meadowbrook Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, (80) — Meadowbrook Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center excels with a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars. With 83 beds and a B+ grade, this for-profit facility is committed to quality care, evidenced by its clean record of $0 fines, ensuring residents receive attentive and reliable support.

The other 1 Pulaski facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.

Proceed with Caution

These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.

Best Available Alternative

Staffing Comparison

Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality

Comparison of staffing metrics between Meadowbrook Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center,, Pulaski average, and CMS minimum standards
Metric Top Facility Pulaski Avg CMS Minimum
RN Hours / Resident / Day 0.00 0.00 0.75
CMS Star Rating 4 stars 3.5 stars
Deficiencies / Inspection 0 0.0

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
Caution group
1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them

Questions Pulaski Families Should Ask

Based on what we found in local inspection data

  1. 1

    "What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"

    Pulaski's city average is 3.5 stars

  2. 2

    "Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"

    0 of 2 Pulaski facilities have fines

  3. 3

    "How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"

    CMS recommends 45 min; Pulaski avg is 0 min

  4. 4

    "What were your most recent inspection findings?"

    Pulaski 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 Pulaski, TN are recommended?

1 of 2 nursing homes in Pulaski (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.

What makes a nursing home in Pulaski "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 Pulaski?

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.