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HomeTennesseeDecatur County Healthcare

Decatur County Healthcare

726 Kentucky Avenue S, Parsons, TN 383637318476371
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
125
certified

How Decatur County Healthcare Compares in Tennessee

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Tennessee. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
TN average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
TN average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
2/5
TN average
2.4/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.47 hrs/day
TN average
3.80 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.42 hrs/day
TN average
0.60 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
40.0%
TN average
48.9%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Tennessee average of 3.0/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Tennessee average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.47 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.80.
Reported RN time is 0.42 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.60.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 31, 2024
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Dec 10, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 fewer deficiency citation than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,452/mo
Tennessee median
Private Room
$8,365/mo
Tennessee median
Decatur County 65+
2,699
23.5% of county
County Population
11,483
Decatur County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Decatur County Healthcare is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Parsons, Tennessee with 125 certified beds. It has been operating since 2002. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
125
Avg Residents/Day
81.3
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jul 1, 2002
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Decatur
Last Inspection
Dec 10, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
10.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (7)

F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Dec 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Dec 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Oct 31, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Aug 17, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Aug 17, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.97 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.08 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.42 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.47 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.87 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.07 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
40.0%
RN Turnover
33.3%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (10)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ROCKY TOP HEALTHCARE LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Aug 12, 2024
CARROLL, LORENMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
SMITH, KYLEMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
ALBRECHTSEN, TYLERCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AAug 12, 2024
BURNAM, SOONCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AAug 12, 2024
SATO, AMICORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 9, 2024
THATCHER, BRENTCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AAug 12, 2024
SMITH, KYLEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
CARROLL, LORENADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2025
SMITH, KYLEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMar 4, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Decatur County Healthcare and nearby alternatives.

All Tennessee facilities
Decatur County Healthcare
Parsons, TNCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation
Decaturville, TN4.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $9,620
Lexington Post Acute
Lexington, TN14.4 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $15,470
Briarwood Community Living Center
Lexington, TN15.6 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Perry County Nursing Home
Linden, TN15.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $15,593
Life Care Center of Bruceton-Hollow Rock
Bruceton, TN28.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Camden Healthcare & Rehab Center
Camden, TN28.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $105,447
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Decatur County Healthcare
Parsons, TN · Current facility
—5/54/52/5None recorded
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation
Decaturville, TN
4.1 mi4/54/53/5$9,620
Lexington Post Acute
Lexington, TN
14.4 mi1/52/51/5$15,470
Briarwood Community Living Center
Lexington, TN
15.6 mi2/53/52/5None recorded
Perry County Nursing Home
Linden, TN
15.9 mi3/54/52/5$15,593
Life Care Center of Bruceton-Hollow Rock
Bruceton, TN
28.4 mi5/55/52/5None recorded
Camden Healthcare & Rehab Center
Camden, TN
28.7 mi1/51/53/5$105,447

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Decatur County Healthcare?▾
Decatur County Healthcare has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Decatur County Healthcare cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Tennessee is $7,452/month for a semi-private room and $8,365/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Decatur County Healthcare participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Decatur County Healthcare had any health inspection violations?▾
Decatur County Healthcare had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Dec 10, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Decatur County Healthcare?▾
Decatur County Healthcare provides 3.47 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.42 RN hours, 1.08 LPN hours, and 1.97 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 40.0%.
How many beds does Decatur County Healthcare have?▾
Decatur County Healthcare has 125 certified beds with an average of 81.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 65% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the The Ensign Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Decatur County Healthcare?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Tennessee. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.

Part of The Ensign Group

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