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HomeTennesseeDiversicare of Copper Basin

Diversicare of Copper Basin

166 Industrial Drive Po Box 518, Copperhill, TN 373174234963245
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
135
certified

How Diversicare of Copper Basin 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
3/5
TN average
3.0/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
TN average
2.9/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
2/5
TN average
2.4/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.14 hrs/day
TN average
3.80 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.75 hrs/day
TN average
0.60 hrs/day
Above state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Reported nursing time is 3.14 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.80.
Reported RN time is 0.75 hours per resident per day, above 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
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 4, 2022
Most recent cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 26, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 6 more deficiency citations 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
Polk County 65+
3,684
20.9% of county
County Population
17,620
Polk County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Diversicare of Copper Basin is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Copperhill, Tennessee with 135 certified beds. It has been operating since 1993. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
135
Avg Residents/Day
38.3
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Apr 1, 1993
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Polk
Last Inspection
Mar 26, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6
Weighted Score
27.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (13)

F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: May 30, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0655Potential for Harm

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Survey: May 30, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: May 30, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0678Potential for Harm

Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

Survey: May 30, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: May 30, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 30, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0803Potential for Harm

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Survey: May 30, 2019Corrected: 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 Aide1.60 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.80 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.75 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.14 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.86 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.05 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
0.0%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
2

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Other
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Diversicare of Copper Basin and nearby alternatives.

All Tennessee facilities
Diversicare of Copper Basin
Copperhill, TNCurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Etowah Health and Rehabilitation
Etowah, TN25.1 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $21,692
Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation
Etowah, TN27.1 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $8,697
Life Care Center of Cleveland
Cleveland, TN31.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Bradley Health Care & Rehab
Cleveland, TN31.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $8,999
Tennessee State Veterans Home- Cleveland
Cleveland, TN31.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Signature Healthcare of Cleveland
Cleveland, TN32.5 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Diversicare of Copper Basin
Copperhill, TN · Current facility
—3/53/52/5None recorded
Etowah Health and Rehabilitation
Etowah, TN
25.1 mi1/52/51/5$21,692
Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation
Etowah, TN
27.1 mi5/54/53/5$8,697
Life Care Center of Cleveland
Cleveland, TN
31.3 mi2/52/53/5None recorded
Bradley Health Care & Rehab
Cleveland, TN
31.6 mi1/52/51/5$8,999
Tennessee State Veterans Home- Cleveland
Cleveland, TN
31.7 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Signature Healthcare of Cleveland
Cleveland, TN
32.5 mi3/52/52/5None recorded

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 Diversicare of Copper Basin?▾
Diversicare of Copper Basin has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Diversicare of Copper Basin 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). Diversicare of Copper Basin participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Diversicare of Copper Basin had any health inspection violations?▾
Diversicare of Copper Basin had 6 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 26, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Diversicare of Copper Basin?▾
Diversicare of Copper Basin provides 3.14 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.75 RN hours, 0.80 LPN hours, and 1.60 nurse aide hours.
How many beds does Diversicare of Copper Basin have?▾
Diversicare of Copper Basin has 135 certified beds with an average of 38.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 28% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Other owned and is part of the Diversicare Healthcare chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Diversicare of Copper Basin?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Tennessee. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.

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