Pruitthealth - Lafayette
Scout 86Lafayette, GA · 100 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Lafayette's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,630–$10,790/mo
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Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee
671 Alexian Way, Signal Mountain, TN 37377 · Hamilton County
On top of Signal Mountain, Alexian Village Tennessee offers retirement living near Chattanooga. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living and more.
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Use CautionHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 77% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Signal Mountain, TN, with 114 certified beds and an average of about 87 residents per day. It operates as part of the Ascension Living network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.99 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.72 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $233,543 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.99 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •$233,543 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Signal Mountain options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 114
- Avg. residents/day
- 87
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Ascension Living
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 445123
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,630–$10,790/mo (median $9,450) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,570–$6,460/mo (median $5,330) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Chattanooga prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.99
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.72
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51.5%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 8
- Federal fines
- 2 ($233,543)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-10
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (28 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-10Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-08 | Fine | $19,135 |
| 2023-10-11 | Fine | $214,408 |
| 2023-10-11 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
Location
671 Alexian Way, Signal Mountain, TN
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee
How much does Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee cost?
Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Signal Mountain, TN area typically runs $8,630–$10,790 per month (median $9,450, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee?
Staff provide about 3.99 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee?
Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee has 28 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee have availability?
Typically 77% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee offer?
Ascension Living Alexian Village Tennessee in Signal Mountain, TN offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 114 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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