Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Rutledge, Tennessee
1 of 1 nursing homes in Rutledge (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Tennessee statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
132
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Rutledge, Tennessee, is adequate, with one facility available, RIDGEVIEW TERRACE OF LIFE CARE, receiving a B+ rating and 4 stars. Families can feel confident as this facility is recommended with no fines or cautions, indicating a reliable option for care.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 RIDGEVIEW TERRACE OF LIFE CARE (85) — Ridgeview Terrace of Life Care shines with a Trust Score of 85/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no fines, this facility offers a reliable environment for its 132 residents, ensuring quality care backed by a for-profit model that prioritizes patient satisfaction.
Recommended
Ridgeview Terrace of Life Care shines with a Trust Score of 85/100 and a solid CMS rating of 4 stars. With a B+ grade and no fines, this facility offers a reliable environment for its 132 residents, ensuring quality care backed by a for-profit model that prioritizes patient satisfaction.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Rutledge Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Rutledge 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?"
Rutledge's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Rutledge facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Rutledge avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Rutledge 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 Rutledge, TN are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Rutledge (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Rutledge "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 Rutledge?
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.