Dover, TN

Dover Care Center

3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 2 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

537 Spring Street Suite 350, Dover, TN

(931) 232-6902

Compare this facility

Overall

3 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

3 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

3 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

88

Certified beds

Average residents

49

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Exceptional Living Centers

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1983-01-04

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Chain footprint

10 facilities

Chain averages 3 overall / 3 health / 3 staffing / 4 quality stars

Changed ownership

No

Within the last 12 months

Family council

Yes

Resident and family council reported

Sprinklers

Yes

Automatic sprinklers in all required areas

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.88

Registered nurse staffing · state 0.61 · national 0.68

LPN hours / resident day

0.50

Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 1.09 · national 0.87

Aide hours / resident day

2.12

Nurse aide staffing · state 2.15 · national 2.35

Total nurse hours

3.49

All reported nurse hours · state 3.85 · national 3.89

Licensed hours

1.37

RN + LPN hours · state 1.70 · national 1.54

Weekend hours

2.93

Weekend nurse staffing · state 3.34 · national 3.43

Weekend RN hours

0.38

Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.40 · national 0.47

Physical therapist

0.02

Reported PT staffing · state 0.08 · national 0.07

Adjusted RN hours

0.86

CMS adjusted RN staffing hours

Adjusted total hours

3.44

CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours

Case-mix index

1.39

Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity

RN turnover

67%

Annual RN turnover · state 45% · national 45%

Total nurse turnover

52%

Annual nurse turnover · state 49% · national 46%

SNF VBP

Value-based purchasing

Program rank

5,982

Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.

Performance score

34.38

Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.

Payment multiplier

0.9883

Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.

Program components

How the VBP score is built

Readmission

5.55

Baseline 20.49% · Performance 18.86% · Measure score 5.55 · Achievement 5.55 · Improvement 4.22

Healthcare-associated infections

3.19

Baseline 8.78% · Performance 7.38% · Measure score 3.19 · Achievement 1.52 · Improvement 3.19

Total nurse turnover

3.96

Baseline 64.58% · Performance 47.50% · Measure score 3.96 · Achievement 3.96 · Improvement 3.8

Adjusted total nurse staffing

1.05

Baseline 3.18 hours · Performance 3.38 hours · Measure score 1.05 · Achievement 1.05 · Improvement 0.26

SNF QRP

Medicare quality reporting measures

Measure Facility National Note
Potentially preventable 30-day readmission 11.51%
10.72%
0.8 pts worse
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 84 · Observed rate 14.29% · Lower 95% interval 8.18%
Discharge to community 50.56%
50.57%
About the same
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 59 · Observed rate 47.46% · Lower 95% interval 39.18%
Medicare spending per beneficiary 1.05
1.02
About the same
Drug regimen review with follow-up 98.36%
95.27%
3.1 pts better
Numerator 60 · Denominator 61
Falls with major injury 3.28%
0.77%
2.5 pts worse
Numerator 2 · Denominator 61
Discharge self-care score 60.42%
53.69%
6.7 pts better
Numerator 29 · Denominator 48
Discharge mobility score 60.42%
50.94%
9.5 pts better
Numerator 29 · Denominator 48
Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened 3.28%
2.29%
1 pts worse
Numerator 2 · Denominator 61 · Adjusted rate 3.67%
Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization 7.38%
7.12%
0.3 pts worse
No Different than the National Rate · Eligible stays 52 · Observed rate 7.69% · Lower 95% interval 4.26%
Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage 2.08%
8.2%
6.1 pts worse
Numerator 1 · Denominator 48
Staff flu vaccination coverage Not Available
42%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Discharge function score 56.25%
56.45%
0.2 pts worse
Numerator 27 · Denominator 48
Transfer of health information to provider 96.88%
95.95%
0.9 pts better
Numerator 31 · Denominator 32
Transfer of health information to patient Not Available
96.28%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 2 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly.
Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date 0%
25.2%
25.2 pts worse
Numerator 0 · Denominator 29

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.7
1.6
0.1 pts worse
1.9
0.2 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 1.7 · Observed 1.8 · Expected 2.0 · Used in QM five-star
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.8
1.6
1.2 pts worse
1.8
1 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 2.8 · Observed 2.9 · Expected 1.7 · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.8%
89.9%
7.9 pts better
93.4%
4.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 97.9% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 93.0% · 4Q avg 97.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 65.4%
94.5%
29.1 pts worse
95.5%
30.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 65.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.7%
3.6%
0.9 pts better
3.3%
0.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 6.0% · Q2 2.1% · Q3 2.3% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 2.7% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.3%
11.8%
7.5 pts better
11.4%
7.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 7.0% · Q2 5.0% · Q3 4.9% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 4.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.6%
6.2%
0.4 pts worse
5.4%
1.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 9.8% · Q2 7.5% · Q3 3.0% · Q4 5.4% · 4Q avg 6.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 33.1%
32.2%
0.9 pts worse
19.6%
13.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 31.7% · Q2 35.7% · Q3 35.1% · Q4 29.7% · 4Q avg 33.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.0%
18.1%
2.1 pts better
16.7%
0.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 17.6% · Q2 15.6% · Q3 15.6% · Q4 15.2% · 4Q avg 16.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.1%
0.1 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 13.9%
19.9%
6 pts better
16.3%
2.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 8.1% · Q2 14.7% · 4Q avg 13.9% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.8%
15.3%
7.5 pts better
14.9%
7.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 12.8% · Q3 8.1% · Q4 10.8% · 4Q avg 7.8% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 1.6%
0.9%
0.7 pts worse
1.0%
0.6 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.0% · Q2 1.8% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 1.6% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.1%
1.9%
0.8 pts better
1.7%
0.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 2.5% · Q4 2.3% · 4Q avg 1.1% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 20.0%
20.2%
0.2 pts better
19.8%
0.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 23.8% · Q2 27.9% · Q3 9.2% · Q4 18.0% · 4Q avg 20.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 2.9%
5.4%
2.5 pts better
5.1%
2.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.6% · Q2 4.1% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 2.3% · 4Q avg 2.9% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.8%
79.6%
15.2 pts better
81.7%
13.1 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 96.7% · Q3 97.1% · Q4 88.1% · 4Q avg 94.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 18.5%
11.2%
7.3 pts worse
12.0%
6.5 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 18.5% · Observed 19.6% · Expected 11.8% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 3.8%
1.6%
2.2 pts worse
1.6%
2.2 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q3 5.0% · Q4 8.3% · 4Q avg 3.8% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 60.6%
79.8%
19.2 pts worse
79.7%
19.1 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 60.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 13.6%
22.2%
8.6 pts better
23.9%
10.3 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 13.6% · Observed 14.3% · Expected 25.1% · Used in QM five-star

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-07-23 · Fire 2025-07-23

2 health deficiencies

Top issue: Infection Control (1 deficiency)

5 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Miscellaneous (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2022-09-28 · Fire 2022-09-28

9 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2019-08-27 · Fire 2019-08-27

6 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)

1 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Services (1 deficiency)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-23

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2025-08-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-23

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-08-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-23

K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

Corrected 2025-08-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-23

K781 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

Corrected 2025-08-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-23

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2025-08-29

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2022-10-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

Corrected 2022-09-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2022-09-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2022-09-25

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2022-10-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

K912 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

Corrected 2022-09-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-08-27

K511 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Corrected 2019-08-25

Inspection history

Recent health citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-23

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2025-08-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-23

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-08-07

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-10

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2023-11-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-10

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2023-11-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-10

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2023-11-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-10

F865 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

Corrected 2023-11-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2022-10-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2022-10-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

F655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Corrected 2022-10-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2022-10-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

F661 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

Corrected 2022-10-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2022-10-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Corrected 2022-10-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2022-10-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-09-28

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Corrected 2022-10-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-08-27

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2019-09-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-08-27

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2019-09-16

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Medical Rehabilitation Centers, LLC

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 11 facilities 2023-02-01
Campbell, Brenda

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 10 facilities 2023-02-01
Lexington Health Management LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 9 facilities 2023-02-01
Townsend, Lucy

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2024-06-03
Watts, Amy

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 9 facilities 2023-02-01
Watts, Walter

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 11 facilities 2023-02-01
Watts, Walter

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 11 facilities 2023-02-01

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