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HomeTennesseeLife Care Center of Sparta

Life Care Center of Sparta

508 Mose Drive, Sparta, TN 385839317389430WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.7on Google(62 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
100
certified

How Life Care Center of Sparta 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
5/5
TN average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
2/5
TN average
2.4/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.77 hrs/day
TN average
3.80 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.40 hrs/day
TN average
0.60 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
38.6%
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 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Tennessee average of 2.9/5.
Reported RN time is 0.40 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.60.
Staff turnover is 38.6%, 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
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 14, 2019
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected May 14, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 3 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
White County 65+
5,586
20.4% of county
County Population
27,420
White County

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

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Life Care Center of Sparta is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Sparta, Tennessee with 100 certified beds. It has been operating since 2000. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
100
Avg Residents/Day
72.5
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 18, 2000
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
White
Last Inspection
May 14, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
9.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (5)

F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: May 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: May 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Dec 12, 2018Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 12, 2018Corrected: 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 Aide2.14 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.23 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.40 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.77 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.39 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.16 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
38.6%
RN Turnover
16.7%
Administrators Left
2

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
MORRIS, LATESSAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMay 13, 2019
CROSS, CINDYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 3, 1994
THURMOND, JOANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 21, 2000
LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC.OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AMar 3, 2000
DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INCGENERAL PARTNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AMar 12, 1993
PRESTON, FORRESTLIMITED PARTNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AMar 12, 1993

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Life Care Center of Sparta and nearby alternatives.

All Tennessee facilities
Life Care Center of Sparta
Sparta, TNCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Nhc Healthcare, Sparta
Sparta, TN2.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville
Cookeville, TN13.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Grandview Post Acute
Cookeville, TN13.9 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Generations Center of Spencer
Spencer, TN13.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Wharton Nursing Home
Pleasant Hill, TN16.0 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $69,885
Signature Healthcare of Putnam County
Cookeville, TN16.3 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Life Care Center of Sparta
Sparta, TN · Current facility
—5/55/52/5None recorded
Nhc Healthcare, Sparta
Sparta, TN
2.4 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville
Cookeville, TN
13.6 mi5/54/53/5None recorded
Grandview Post Acute
Cookeville, TN
13.9 mi1/51/52/5None recorded
Generations Center of Spencer
Spencer, TN
13.9 mi3/53/52/5None recorded
Wharton Nursing Home
Pleasant Hill, TN
16.0 mi1/51/52/5$69,885
Signature Healthcare of Putnam County
Cookeville, TN
16.3 mi1/51/52/5None 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 Life Care Center of Sparta?▾
Life Care Center of Sparta has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Life Care Center of Sparta 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). Life Care Center of Sparta participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Life Care Center of Sparta had any health inspection violations?▾
Life Care Center of Sparta had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 14, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Life Care Center of Sparta?▾
Life Care Center of Sparta provides 3.77 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.40 RN hours, 1.23 LPN hours, and 2.14 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 38.6%.
How many beds does Life Care Center of Sparta have?▾
Life Care Center of Sparta has 100 certified beds with an average of 72.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 73% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Life Care Centers of America chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Life Care Center of Sparta?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Tennessee, including 1 in Sparta. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Life Care Center of Sparta?▾
On Google Maps, Life Care Center of Sparta has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 62 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Life Care Centers of America

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