Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Savannah, Tennessee
2 of 5 nursing homes in Savannah (40%) meet our strict criteria. The Tennessee statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 2 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.6
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
343
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$67,490 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Savannah, Tennessee, is adequate, with 5 facilities and 40% recommended options. Families should note that while AHC Savannah is the top-rated facility (B+, 4★), there is one facility to avoid due to $67,490 in fines.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 AHC SAVANNAH (83) — AHC Savannah shines with a Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid 4-star CMS rating, showcasing its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, residents benefit from a well-managed environment with 120 beds, making it a reliable choice for families seeking quality nursing care in Savannah.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 PARK REST HARDIN COUNTY HEALTH CENTER (70) — Park Rest Hardin County Health Center offers a community-focused approach to care with a Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS 3-star rating. As a government facility with 62 beds and no fines, it maintains a solid Grade B, ensuring residents receive essential support in a familiar, local setting.
The other 3 Savannah facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $67K.
Recommended
AHC Savannah shines with a Trust Score of 83/100 and a solid 4-star CMS rating, showcasing its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, residents benefit from a well-managed environment with 120 beds, making it a reliable choice for families seeking quality nursing care in Savannah.
Park Rest Hardin County Health Center offers a community-focused approach to care with a Trust Score of 70/100 and a CMS 3-star rating. As a government facility with 62 beds and no fines, it maintains a solid Grade B, ensuring residents receive essential support in a familiar, local setting.
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
| Metric | Top Facility | Savannah Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.6 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
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 $67,490
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Savannah 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?"
Savannah's city average is 2.6 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 5 Savannah facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Savannah avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Savannah 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 Savannah, TN are recommended?
2 of 5 nursing homes in Savannah (40%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Savannah "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 Savannah?
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.