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HomeTennesseeSenator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home

Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home

One Veterans Way, Knoxville, TN 379318658628100
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
140
certified

How Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home 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
4/5
TN average
2.4/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.51 hrs/day
TN average
3.80 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.72 hrs/day
TN average
0.60 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
42.4%
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 nursing time is 4.51 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.80.
Reported RN time is 0.72 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
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 14, 2024
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 11, 2026
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
Knox County 65+
77,347
16.1% of county
County Population
481,406
Knox County

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

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Knoxville, Tennessee with 140 certified beds. It has been operating since 2007. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
140
Avg Residents/Day
127.5
Ownership
Government - State
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 18, 2007
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Knox
Last Inspection
Mar 11, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
9.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (5)

F0644Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 11, 2026Corrected: 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: Mar 11, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Feb 14, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0644Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 14, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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 Aide2.62 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.18 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.72 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.51 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.02 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
42.4%
RN Turnover
20.8%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Government - State
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (4)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BROWN, DANIELLEW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AAug 6, 2007
HARRIES, EDWARDW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 11, 2010
HARRIES, EDWARDCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 11, 2010
TENNESSEE STATE VETERANS HOME BOARDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AOct 1, 2006

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home and nearby alternatives.

All Tennessee facilities
Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home
Knoxville, TNCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Wellpark Health and Rehabilitation
Knoxville, TN4.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Legacy Park Health and Rehabilitation
Knoxville, TN4.6 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $74,633
West Hills Health and Rehab
Knoxville, TN5.2 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Diversicare of Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge, TN7.1 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $205,329
Lyonsview Health and Rehabilitation Center
Knoxville, TN7.6 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $12,038
Nhc Healthcare, Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge, TN7.7 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home
Knoxville, TN · Current facility
—5/55/54/5None recorded
Wellpark Health and Rehabilitation
Knoxville, TN
4.6 mi3/52/53/5None recorded
Legacy Park Health and Rehabilitation
Knoxville, TN
4.6 mi1/52/51/5$74,633
West Hills Health and Rehab
Knoxville, TN
5.2 mi3/54/51/5None recorded
Diversicare of Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge, TN
7.1 mi1/51/51/5$205,329
Lyonsview Health and Rehabilitation Center
Knoxville, TN
7.6 mi1/51/51/5$12,038
Nhc Healthcare, Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge, TN
7.7 mi4/54/53/5None 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 Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home?▾
Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home 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). Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home had any health inspection violations?▾
Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 11, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home?▾
Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home provides 4.51 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.72 RN hours, 1.18 LPN hours, and 2.62 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 42.4%.
How many beds does Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home have?▾
Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home has 140 certified beds with an average of 127.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 91% occupancy. The facility is Government - State owned and is part of the Tennessee State Veterans' Home chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Tennessee, including 4 in Knoxville. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.

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