Trenton, TN · 50 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Trenton's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,070–$10,090/mo
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Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
213 Herndon Drive, Bells, TN 38006 · Crockett County
58
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
Photos via facility website.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 70% 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Bells
Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bells, TN, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 83 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.56 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.51 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.56 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Bells, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 83
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 445463
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 | $8,070–$10,090/mo (median $8,830) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Jackson 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
- 4.56
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.51
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 54.2%
- 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)
- 3
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-14
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (13 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-08-14Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-08-14Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-08-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2024-06-21Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-06-21Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2024-06-21Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2024-06-21Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2024-06-21Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Private rooms available
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
213 Herndon Drive, Bells, TN
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
How much does Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center cost?
Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bells, TN area typically runs $8,070–$10,090 per month (median $8,830, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 4.56 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 13 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 70% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offer?
Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Bells, TN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
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