Life Care Center Of Hixson
Hixson, TN · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 445380) · 108 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: 1 totaling $22,205
Phone: (423) 842-0049 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Life Care Center of Hixson has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Tennessee state average of 3.0 stars. Its health inspection rating is also 1 star, while its staffing rating is 3 stars.
Life Care Center of Hixson reports total nurse staffing of about 4.17 hours per resident per day, including roughly 0.66 registered nurse hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 44.0% and a CMS staffing rating of 3 stars.
CMS records show Life Care Center of Hixson has 1 federal fine on record totaling $22,205.00, with 0 payment denials. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility and it is not currently in the Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
Life Care Center of Hixson is a 108-certified-bed skilled nursing facility in Hixson, Hamilton County, Tennessee, with an average daily census of 84.9 residents. The facility is organized as a for-profit corporation and has been Medicare- and Medicaid-certified since October 1996. It is part of Life Care Centers of America, a chain of 194 facilities nationwide with an average CMS rating of 3.4 stars.
According to CMS Care Compare, Life Care Center of Hixson holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, below the Tennessee state average of 3.0 stars. Its health inspection rating is also 1 star. The quality measure rating is 3 stars, and the staffing rating is 3 stars.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS shows total nurse staffing of approximately 4.17 hours per resident per day, including about 0.66 registered nurse hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 44.0%.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $22,205.00 for this facility, and 0 payment denials.
CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not currently listed under CMS's Special Focus Facility program, which designates homes CMS considers persistently underperforming and subject to increased inspection oversight.
Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, per CMS records.
This profile is based on data from CMS Care Compare; figures reflect the most recent reporting period made available by CMS and may not reflect real-time changes. Families should verify current details directly with the facility and on Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Life Care Center of Hixson has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Tennessee state average of 3.0 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is about 4.17 hours per resident per day, including 0.66 RN hours per resident per day, with a 44.0% nursing turnover rate and a staffing rating of 3 stars.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records 1 fine totaling $22,205.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, CMS does not show an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not currently in the Special Focus Facility program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility has 108 certified beds and an average daily census of 84.9 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of Life Care Centers of America, a chain of 194 facilities with an average CMS rating of 3.4 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since October 1, 1996.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on an overall rating, a health inspection rating, a staffing rating, and a quality measure rating; this facility scores 1, 1, 3, and 3 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided CMS data does not specify service lines; contact the facility at 4238420049 or check Medicare Care Compare to confirm.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 4238420049 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most up-to-date details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/445380?state=TN.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.