Quick answers
- Where is Laurelbrook Nursing Home?
- 200 Sanitarium Circle, Dayton, TN 37321, in Rhea County, Tennessee.
- What is the phone number of Laurelbrook Nursing Home?
- (423) 775-0771, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Laurelbrook Nursing Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 2 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Laurelbrook Nursing Home been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Laurelbrook Nursing Home.
- What did inspectors find at Laurelbrook Nursing Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (February 18, 2022 to May 7, 2026), Medicare lists 16 health citations; the most serious was level J. 5 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (February 18, 2022 to May 7, 2026), Laurelbrook Nursing Home had 16 health citations; the most serious was level J (immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety). 5 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: May 7, 2026 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 7, 2026 (complaint investigation); May 7, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0609 Level E
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0610 Level E
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Previous cycle: October 23, 2024 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: October 23, 2024 (complaint investigation); October 23, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0578 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0644 Level D
“Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.”
Earlier cycle: February 18, 2022 — 9 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 18, 2022 (standard health inspection); December 13, 2023 (complaint investigation).
F0637 Level J
“Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
F0657 Level J
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
F0692 Level J
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
F0727 Level J
“Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
F0867 Level J
“Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Administration Deficiencies
Show 4 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0604 Level D
“Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.”
F0644 Level D
“Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (13)
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
E0004 Level D
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0345 Level D
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0521 Level D
“Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.”
K0712 Level D
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0781 Level D
“Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.”
K0711 Level F
“Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0918 Level D
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Tennessee | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 27.3% | 48.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 11.1% | 43.2% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.6 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 50 |
| Average residents per day | 47.6 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Laurelbrook Sanitarium and School |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2019-09-19 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 200 Sanitarium Circle, Dayton, TN 37321 |
| County | Rhea County |
| State | Tennessee |
| Phone | (423) 775‑0771 |
| CMS Certification Number | 445535 |
| Name in Medicare records | LAURELBROOK NURSING HOME |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Life Care Center of Rhea County8.3 mi · Dayton, TN · 4 of 5 stars
- Bledsoe County Nursing Home9.9 mi · Pikeville, TN · 4 of 5 stars
- NHC Healthcare, Sequatchie18 mi · Dunlap, TN · 5 of 5 stars
- Decatur Wellness and Rehabilitation Center18 mi · Decatur, TN · 4 of 5 stars
- Soddy-Daisy Health Care Center18 mi · Soddy-Daisy, TN · 4 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Rhea Medical Center7.7 mi · Dayton, TN · Critical Access Hospital
- Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital9.9 mi · Pikeville, TN · Critical Access Hospital
- Affiliate of Vitruvian Health26 mi · Cleveland, TN · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13