AHC MCKENZIE
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
AHC McKenzie has a Trust Grade of B, indicating it is a good facility and a solid choice for care. It ranks #52 out of 298 nursing homes in Tennessee, placing it in the top half, and is the best option among 4 facilities in Carroll County. The facility's trend is stable, with only two issues found in inspections over the past several years. However, staffing is a significant concern, receiving a rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a high turnover rate of 62%, which is above the state average. While there are no fines on record, indicating compliance with regulations, there were specific incidents where the facility failed to maintain accurate dietary records for residents and did not ensure blood glucose meters were monitored correctly, which could impact resident health. Overall, while AHC McKenzie has strengths in its trust grade and compliance, the staffing challenges and recent findings should be carefully considered.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Tennessee
- #52/298
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 62% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 39 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Tennessee. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 2 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
16pts above Tennessee avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
14 points above Tennessee average of 48%
The Ugly 2 deficiencies on record
May 2022
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview, the facility failed to maintain accurate medical records related to dietary intake...
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Aug 2019
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on manufacturer's guidelines, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure blood glucose meters were appropri...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
- • Only 2 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • 62% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is Ahc Mckenzie's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns AHC MCKENZIE an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Tennessee, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Ahc Mckenzie Staffed?
CMS rates AHC MCKENZIE's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 62%, which is 16 percentage points above the Tennessee average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at Ahc Mckenzie?
State health inspectors documented 2 deficiencies at AHC MCKENZIE during 2019 to 2022. These included: 2 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Ahc Mckenzie?
AHC MCKENZIE is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by PACS GROUP, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 99 certified beds and approximately 66 residents (about 67% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in MC KENZIE, Tennessee.
How Does Ahc Mckenzie Compare to Other Tennessee Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Tennessee, AHC MCKENZIE's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (62%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Ahc Mckenzie?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Ahc Mckenzie Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, AHC MCKENZIE has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Tennessee. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Ahc Mckenzie Stick Around?
Staff turnover at AHC MCKENZIE is high. At 62%, the facility is 16 percentage points above the Tennessee average of 46%. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Ahc Mckenzie Ever Fined?
AHC MCKENZIE has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Ahc Mckenzie on Any Federal Watch List?
AHC MCKENZIE is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.