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HomeTennesseeDover Care Center

Dover Care Center

537 Spring Street Suite 350, Dover, TN 370589312326902WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.5on Google(16 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
3/5
Beds
88
certified

How Dover Care Center 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
3/5
TN average
2.4/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.57 hrs/day
TN average
3.80 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.90 hrs/day
TN average
0.60 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
43.9%
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

Reported RN time is 0.90 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.60.
Staff turnover is 43.9%, lower than the Tennessee average of 48.9%.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
13
deficiency citations
Inspected Sep 28, 2022
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 23, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 11 fewer 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
Stewart County 65+
2,816
20.5% of county
County Population
13,724
Stewart County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Dover Care Center is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Dover, Tennessee with 88 certified beds. It has been operating since 1983. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
88
Avg Residents/Day
47.7
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 4, 1983
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Stewart
Last Inspection
Jul 23, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
27.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (17)

F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Sep 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Sep 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: Sep 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: Sep 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0661Potential for Harm

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

Survey: Sep 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Sep 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Sep 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 28, 2022Corrected: 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: Sep 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Oct 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Oct 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Oct 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0865Potential for Harm

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

Survey: Oct 10, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Aug 27, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 27, 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 Aide2.12 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.55 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.90 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.57 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.97 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.04 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
43.9%
RN Turnover
35.7%
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 (13)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
MEDICAL REHABILITATION CENTERS, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Feb 1, 2023
LEXINGTON HEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AFeb 1, 2023
WATTS, AMY5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2023
WATTS, WALTER5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2023
CARTER, MICHAELMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2023
TOWNSEND, LUCYMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJun 3, 2024
WATTS, WALTERCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2023
CAMPBELL, BRENDAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2023
TOWNSEND, LUCYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 3, 2024
CAMPBELL, BRENDAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2023
CARTER, MICHAELADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2023
TOWNSEND, LUCYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 3, 2024
WATTS, WALTERADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2023

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Dover Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All Tennessee facilities
Dover Care Center
Dover, TNCurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Signature Healthcare of Erin
Erin, TN13.9 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $147,898
Brigadier General Wendell H Gilbert Tn State Veter
Clarksville, TN23.7 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Waverly Hills Post Acute
Waverly, TN26.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $48,110
Towne Square Care of Puryear
Puryear, TN28.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Humphreys County Care and Rehabilitation
Waverly, TN28.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $14,013
Ahava Healthcare of Clarksville
Clarksville, TN29.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Dover Care Center
Dover, TN · Current facility
—3/53/53/5None recorded
Signature Healthcare of Erin
Erin, TN
13.9 mi1/51/52/5$147,898
Brigadier General Wendell H Gilbert Tn State Veter
Clarksville, TN
23.7 mi3/53/53/5None recorded
Waverly Hills Post Acute
Waverly, TN
26.7 mi1/51/52/5$48,110
Towne Square Care of Puryear
Puryear, TN
28.2 mi2/53/51/5None recorded
Humphreys County Care and Rehabilitation
Waverly, TN
28.3 mi2/52/53/5$14,013
Ahava Healthcare of Clarksville
Clarksville, TN
29.3 mi2/53/51/5None 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 Dover Care Center?▾
Dover Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 3/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Dover Care Center 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). Dover Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Dover Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Dover Care Center had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jul 23, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Dover Care Center?▾
Dover Care Center provides 3.57 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.90 RN hours, 0.55 LPN hours, and 2.12 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 43.9%.
How many beds does Dover Care Center have?▾
Dover Care Center has 88 certified beds with an average of 47.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 54% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Exceptional Living Centers chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Dover Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Tennessee. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Dover Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Dover Care Center has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 16 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.

Part of Exceptional Living Centers

This chain operates 10 facilities. View all →