Above average — CMS composite of the measures below.
A standard survey is most likely before around August 2026
Estimate from public CMS data, current as of July 2026. Survey timing is at the state agency's discretion.
Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Life Care Center Of Sparta during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
Two residents had inaccurate MDS assessments: one was documented as discharged to a hospital when records showed discharge to home, and another was coded for trunk restraint use despite no evidence or report of such use. The DON confirmed both MDS assessments were inaccurate.
A resident admitted with a left femur fracture, diabetes, and muscle weakness used an immobilizer on the left leg for several days without a physician's order, despite facility policy requiring practitioner authorization for orthotic devices. Multiple staff and the resident's family confirmed the device's use, and the deficiency was acknowledged by the DON after review of records and interviews.
A staff member failed to assist two residents with hand hygiene before meal service, despite both requiring help with personal hygiene per their care plans. Observations and interviews confirmed that hand hygiene was not offered prior to eating, in violation of facility policy.
Inaccurate MDS Assessments for Discharge Status and Restraint Use
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure accurate completion of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments for two residents. For one resident with diagnoses including dementia, atrial fibrillation, and heart failure, the medical record and care plan indicated a planned discharge to home under the care of her daughter. However, the discharge MDS assessment inaccurately documented the discharge location as an acute care hospital. The Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed the discrepancy, acknowledging the MDS assessment did not reflect the actual discharge destination. For another resident with congestive heart failure, diabetes mellitus, and depression, the quarterly MDS assessment indicated the use of a trunk restraint less than daily. However, review of the care plan and direct observations revealed no evidence of trunk restraint use, and the resident confirmed he had not used such a device at the facility. The DON also confirmed the inaccuracy of the MDS assessment regarding restraint use. These findings demonstrate failures in accurately assessing and documenting resident status as required by the MDS 3.0 RAI Manual.
Failure to Obtain Physician's Order for Orthotic Device Use
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to obtain a physician's order for the use of an orthotic device, specifically an immobilizer, for one resident who was admitted with a left femur fracture, diabetes, and muscle weakness. Upon admission, the resident was noted to have an immobilizer on the left lower extremity, as documented in the Braden Scale Assessment and multiple skilled nursing notes over several days. Despite the continued use of the immobilizer, there was no physician's order in the medical record authorizing its use during this period. Interviews with various staff members, including CNAs, the Wound Care Nurse, the Rehabilitation Director, and a PTA, confirmed that the resident was admitted with the immobilizer in place and that it was used for several days following admission. The resident's daughter also confirmed the use of the immobilizer upon admission and its discontinuation after several days. The facility's policy required that splints and braces be provided in accordance with professional standards and as ordered by a practitioner, but this was not followed in the resident's case. The Director of Nursing acknowledged that the nursing staff did not obtain a physician's order for the immobilizer and confirmed the deficiency. The lack of a physician's order for the orthotic device was identified through facility policy review, medical record review, documentation review, and staff and family interviews, establishing that the required protocol for orthotic device use was not followed for this resident.
Failure to Provide Hand Hygiene Assistance Before Meals
Penalty
Summary
During meal service, a staff member failed to follow the facility's infection prevention and control policy regarding hand hygiene. Specifically, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) A did not offer or assist two residents with hand hygiene prior to serving their lunch meals. Both residents had documented needs for assistance with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, as indicated in their care plans and Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. Observations confirmed that CNA A delivered meal trays, opened silverware and plate covers, and allowed the residents to begin eating without providing hand hygiene assistance. Interviews with the residents confirmed that staff did not offer hand hygiene before the meal. CNA A acknowledged the omission, and the Director of Nursing (DON) confirmed that staff are expected to assist all residents with hand hygiene before meals, as per facility policy. The failure to provide hand hygiene assistance was observed and verified through policy review, medical record review, direct observation, and staff and resident interviews.
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Nursing homes near Sparta
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| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nhc Healthcare, Sparta | 2.4 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Nhc Healthcare, Cookeville | 13.6 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Grandview Post Acute | 13.9 mi | ★★★★★ | 2 | 0 |
| Generations Center Of Spencer | 13.9 mi | ★★★★★ | 4 | 0 |
| Wharton Nursing Home | 16 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
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