Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
CHATTANOOGA HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER
CHATTANOOGA, TN · 127 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey May 22, 2024
CMS Certification Number 445205 · first certified June 1988
Ownership
Operated by VERTICAL HEALTH SERVICES · For profit - Limited Liability company
- New ownershipOwnership changed November 13, 2024 (change of ownership)from WT CHAT OP LLC
Position within TN
19 citations — more than 88% of the 303 certified nursing homes in TN. Compared within TN rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 11 citations; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 4. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window is open now: August 2025 to January 2028. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was May 2024. Facilities in TN are typically surveyed 15–44 months after the last one (median 33), measured over 279 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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Emergency preparedness
7 of the 19 citations on file are Emergency Preparedness E-tags. E-tags are cited under 42 CFR §483.73 and concern the emergency plan, training, drills, communications and supplies. Nationally about half of certified facilities have at least one. The Emergency Preparedness Index
Physical environment (health survey)
3 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 19 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in TN, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the TN figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 19 |
| Median facility in TN | 8 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| February 26, 2020 | 7 |
| July 21, 2021 | 1 |
| May 22, 2024 | 11 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-0004 | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | 2 | 2021-07-21 |
| E-0037 | Establish staff and initial training requirements. | 1 | 2024-05-22 |
| K-0711 | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | 1 | 2024-05-22 |
| K-0355 | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | 1 | 2024-05-22 |
| E-0036 | Establish emergency prep training and testing. | 1 | 2020-02-26 |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | 1 | 2024-05-22 |
| K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | 1 | 2020-02-26 |
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | 1 | 2024-05-22 |
What the citations cover
- Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies 7
- Smoke Deficiencies 6
- Miscellaneous Deficiencies 3
- Services Deficiencies 1
- Other 2
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | 7 |
| Smoke Deficiencies | 6 |
| Miscellaneous Deficiencies | 3 |
| Services Deficiencies | 1 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 1 |
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 1 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
May 22, 2024 — 11 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| E-0037 | Establish staff and initial training requirements. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 6, 2024) |
| E-0039 | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 6, 2024) |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 6, 2024) |
| K-0321 | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 6, 2024) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 6, 2024) |
| K-0355 | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 6, 2024) |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 6, 2024) |
| K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 6, 2024) |
| K-0511 | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 6, 2024) |
| K-0711 | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 6, 2024) |
| K-0712 | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (July 6, 2024) |
July 21, 2021 — 1 citation
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| E-0004 | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (September 4, 2021) |
February 26, 2020 — 7 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| E-0004 | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 6, 2020) |
| E-0009 | Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 6, 2020) |
| E-0036 | Establish emergency prep training and testing. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 6, 2020) |
| E-0041 | Implement emergency and standby power systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 6, 2020) |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 6, 2020) |
| K-0761 | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 6, 2020) |
| K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (August 6, 2020) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.