Nursing Homes in Athens, Tennessee
There are 2 Medicare- or Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Athens, Tennessee, with an average CMS overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. 100% are Medicare certified and 100% accept Medicaid. Compare inspection history, staffing levels, and deficiency records for each facility below, all sourced from official CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) data.
Athens has a rating distribution of 1 star: 0 (0%); 2 star: 0 (0%); 3 star: 0 (0%); 4 star: 1 (50%); and 5 star: 1 (50%), with an average CMS overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 compared with the Tennessee state average of 2.8 (the city is 1.70 points above the state average). Average nurse staffing in Athens is 3.63 hours per resident day (HPRD) versus the Tennessee state average of 3.86 HPRD, meaning the city is 0.23 HPRD below the state average, and 2 out of 2 facilities had deficiencies on their most recent inspection with 0 out of 2 having severe deficiencies; the highest-rated facility is LIFE CARE CENTER OF ATHENS (5 stars).
All Nursing Homes in Athens
| Facility | Address | CMS Rating | Medicare | Medicaid | Deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIFE CARE CENTER OF ATHENS | 1234 FRYE STREET, ATHENS, TN, 37371 | 5 ★ | ✓ | ✓ | 4 |
| NHC HEALTHCARE, ATHENS | 1204 FRYE ST, ATHENS, TN, 37303 | 4 ★ | ✓ | ✓ | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Athens, Tennessee?
There are 2 Medicare- or Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Athens, Tennessee listed on CareQED.
What is the average nursing home rating in Athens, Tennessee?
Nursing homes in Athens, Tennessee have an average CMS overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Do nursing homes in Athens accept Medicare and Medicaid?
100% of nursing homes in Athens, Tennessee are Medicare certified and 100% accept Medicaid.
Data Source
This information is sourced from official CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) public datasets.
CMS Provider Information updated: May 1, 2026.
CMS Survey Summary updated: May 1, 2026.
CMS Health Deficiencies updated: May 1, 2026.
CareQED Last Updated: June 22, 2026.