Interim Health Care Of East Tennessee
Morristown, TN · Medicare-certified home health agency (CCN 447404)
Patient survey (HHCAHPS): 5★
Serves: 33 ZIP codes (is yours included? →) · Phone: (423) 587-8771 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Interim Health Care Of East Tennessee holds a 2-star CMS quality rating, below the Tennessee state average of 4 stars, but it has a 5-star patient survey rating. Families should weigh both figures and review the full CMS Care Compare listing for details.
Interim Health Care Of East Tennessee offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. It serves 33 ZIP codes from its Morristown, TN office.
Yes, Interim Health Care Of East Tennessee is Medicare-certified, with CCN 447404, certified since June 6, 1984, so eligible home health services are covered under Medicare when ordered by a doctor. This certification status is confirmed on CMS Care Compare.
About this agency
Interim Health Care Of East Tennessee is a Medicare-certified home health agency based in Morristown, TN, certified since June 6, 1984. The agency is organized as a proprietary (for-profit) business.
According to CMS Care Compare data, Interim Health Care Of East Tennessee offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services. The agency serves a coverage area spanning 33 ZIP codes from its Morristown, TN office.
On CMS quality measures, the agency holds a 2-star overall quality rating, which is below the Tennessee state average of 4 stars. However, its patient survey star rating is 5 stars, based on patient experience survey data collected by CMS. Among CMS-reported outcome measures, 68.85% of patients received timely initiation of care, and 78.01% of patients showed improvement in their ability to walk or move around during the episode of care, according to the same CMS Care Compare data set.
These figures reflect data published on CMS Care Compare and may be updated periodically by CMS; families should check the official Care Compare listing for the most current figures before making decisions. This profile does not include cost information, as CMS does not publish pricing for home health services.
Questions families ask
Does Medicare pay for care from this agency?
Yes, Interim Health Care Of East Tennessee is Medicare-certified (CCN 447404), certified since June 6, 1984, so eligible home health services ordered by a doctor are covered under Medicare.
What services does this agency offer?
It offers Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Medical Social Services, and Home Health Aide services.
What is this agency's CMS quality star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The agency has a 2-star overall CMS quality rating, which is below the Tennessee state average of 4 stars.
What do patients say about this agency in the CMS patient survey?
The agency has a 5-star patient survey rating according to CMS Care Compare data.
How do I check this agency's quality and staffing record?
You can review the official CMS Care Compare listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/home-health/447404?state=TN.
What areas and ZIP codes does this agency serve?
The agency serves 33 ZIP codes from its Morristown, TN location.
Tip: use our Search by ZIP Code feature to check instantly whether your ZIP is among the 33 this agency reports serving.
What questions should I ask before hiring this agency?
Consider asking about specific staffing, scheduling, and care plan details by calling the agency directly at (423) 587-8771, and verify quality data on Medicare Care Compare.
How long has this agency been Medicare-certified?
It has been Medicare-certified since June 6, 1984.
Who owns this agency — for-profit, non-profit, or government?
It is a proprietary (for-profit) agency.
How much does home health care cost and who pays?
Cost details are not published by CMS; contact the agency at (423) 587-8771 to discuss payment and coverage specifics.
How do I contact this agency to start care?
You can call Interim Health Care Of East Tennessee at (423) 587-8771 to inquire about starting services.
What is the difference between home health care and non-medical home care?
The data provided does not address this distinction; contact the agency at (423) 587-8771 for clarification on the types of care it provides.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Jul2026 refresh); certified since 06/06/1984. Ratings are CMS's official measures, not Care Considered's opinion. Always verify current status with the agency and Medicare before arranging care.