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Life Care Center of Hixson

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5798 Hixson Home Place, Hixson, TN 37343

Care Types

Skilled Nursing
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About Life Care Center of Hixson

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Life Care Center of Hixson is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community located at 5798 Hixson Home Place in Hixson, Tennessee, a growing suburban community just north of Chattanooga along the western shore of beautiful Chickamauga Lake. Operated by Life Care Centers of America — one of the largest and most experienced privately owned long-term care organizations in the United States — Life Care Center of Hixson brings decades of proven expertise in skilled nursing, restorative care, and post-acute rehabilitation to residents and families across the greater Chattanooga area. The clinical team provides 24-hour skilled nursing care for residents with complex medical needs, as well as intensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy for those recovering from surgery, stroke, fractures, or serious illness. Life Care Centers of America has a longstanding reputation for investing in clinical quality, staff training, and resident satisfaction — values that are evident in the day-to-day operations at the Hixson campus. Hixson is a vibrant, family-friendly community with an outdoor-oriented lifestyle that many seniors and their families find deeply appealing. Chester Frost Park on Chickamauga Lake, just a short drive away, offers stunning waterfront scenery, picnic areas, and walking paths. Northgate Mall and the surrounding Hixson Pike corridor provide extensive shopping and dining options, including many restaurants and retailers familiar to residents and their families. For medical support, CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson (formerly Erlanger North) serves the northern Chattanooga area and is conveniently located near the community. Erlanger Health System's main campus downtown Chattanooga offers Level I trauma care and advanced specialty services for complex medical situations. Families in the Chattanooga metro area trust Life Care Center of Hixson as a compassionate, clinically strong community where their loved ones receive attentive, professional care in a warm and welcoming environment close to home.

Care Types at Life Care Center of Hixson

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Skilled Nursing

Round-the-clock medical care and rehabilitation services provided by licensed nurses and therapists for seniors with complex health needs requiring professional oversight.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What level of care does Life Care Center of Hixson provide? +

Life Care Center of Hixson provides skilled nursing care and post-acute rehabilitation. This includes 24-hour nursing for medically complex residents, short-term rehab for those recovering from surgery or illness, long-term care for individuals who can no longer safely live at home, and restorative programs designed to maintain and improve function.

What hospitals are near Life Care Center of Hixson? +

CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson is the closest hospital, serving northern Chattanooga and the Hixson community. For advanced specialty or trauma care, Erlanger Health System's main Chattanooga campus — a Level I trauma center and academic medical center — is approximately 10 miles south. Parkridge Medical Center is also accessible in the area.

Who is Life Care Centers of America? +

Life Care Centers of America is one of the nation's largest privately held senior care companies, with more than 200 communities across the United States. Founded in 1970, the company is known for a strong focus on clinical quality, compassionate care, and long-term investment in its communities and staff.

What is Hixson, TN like for seniors and their families? +

Hixson is a pleasant, growing suburb north of Chattanooga with easy access to Chickamauga Lake, Chester Frost Park, and the Northgate shopping and dining corridor. It offers a quieter, more suburban character than downtown Chattanooga while remaining close to the city's medical centers, cultural attractions, and major amenities — a comfortable setting for both residents and visiting family.

Does Life Care Center of Hixson accept Medicare and Medicaid? +

Yes, Life Care Center of Hixson accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and most major private insurance plans. Medicare Part A typically covers short-term skilled nursing and therapy following a qualifying hospital stay. The admissions team is available to help families review insurance coverage, understand costs, and explore all available financial options.

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