Nursing homes in Chattanooga, TN

Compare 6 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Chattanooga, part of the Hamilton area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 2.7★ — below the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.

Chattanooga residents in Hamilton County have access to six state-licensed nursing homes located across the 37403, 37404, 37421, and 37405 ZIP codes. According to data from CMS Care Compare, these facilities maintain an average overall rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars. Currently, The Health Center at Standifer Place stands out as the area's sole five-star facility, providing the highest level of quality care within the local health network.

What to look for in Chattanooga

• 3 homes score below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
• 2 of 6 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
• 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
• 5 of 6 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

Top 6 highest rated nursing homes in Chattanooga

1. 1
   THE HEALTH CENTER AT STANDIFER PLACE

   MATURECARE OF STANDIFER PLACE LLC · Large
   5.0
2. 2
   NHC HEALTHCARE, CHATTANOOGA

   NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION · Large
   3.0
3. 3
   LIFE CARE CENTER OF EAST RIDGE

   LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA · Medium
   3.0
4. 4
   SISKIN SUBACUTE WEST

   SISKIN HOSPITAL FOR PHYSICAL REHABILITATION · Medium
   2.0
5. 5
   CHATTANOOGA HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER

   VERTICAL HEALTH SERVICES · Large
   2.0
6. 6
   LIFE CARE CENTER OF RED BANK

   LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA · Large
   1.0

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