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HomeTennesseeNhc Healthcare, Athens

Nhc Healthcare, Athens

1204 Frye St, Athens, TN 373034237450434WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.8on Google(24 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
86
certified
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.

How Nhc Healthcare, Athens Compares in Tennessee

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Tennessee. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
TN average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
TN average
2.9/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
TN average
2.4/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.07 hrs/day
TN average
3.80 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.56 hrs/day
TN average
0.60 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
50.8%
TN average
48.9%
Close to state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Tennessee average of 3.0/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Tennessee average of 2.9/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.07 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.80.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 20, 2019
Most recent cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 24, 2023
The most recent cycle recorded 4 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,452/mo
Tennessee median
Private Room
$8,365/mo
Tennessee median

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Nhc Healthcare, Athens is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Athens, Tennessee with 86 certified beds. It has been operating since 1971. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
86
Avg Residents/Day
67
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 16, 1971
Sprinklers
No
Council
Resident
County
Mc Minn
Last Inspection
Aug 24, 2023
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6
Weighted Score
20.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (8)

F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0849Potential for Harm

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0868Potential for Harm

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0791Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

Survey: Nov 20, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0557Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Survey: Jul 17, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.23 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.28 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.56 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.07 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.50 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.15 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
50.8%
RN Turnover
11.1%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (23)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
MORGAN STANLEY INSTITUTIONAL ADVISORS LLCINDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ANov 8, 2024
NHC/DELAWARE INCINDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2000
NASON JR., HOWARDMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AApr 18, 2016
NASON JR., HOWARDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 18, 2016
NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATIONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2000
NHC-OP LPOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2000
BUTLER, ADDISONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 27, 2022
DODSON, VICKIOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 1, 2019
GLEATON, SHANNONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 30, 2015
KIDD, BRIANOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2017
NASON JR., HOWARDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 18, 2016
SMITH, BERTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 15, 2024
USSERY, ROBERTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2000
BLACKROCK INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 20, 2010
CONSOLIDATED STAFFING, INC.ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 27, 2021
NATIONAL HEALTH CORPORATIONADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 7, 2025
NATIONAL HEALTH INVESTORS, INC.ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AOct 17, 1991
NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATIONADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJul 7, 2025
VANGUARD GROUP INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ANov 30, 2006
BUTLER, ADDISONADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 7, 2025
DODSON, VICKIADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 1, 2019
KIDD, BRIANADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2017
SMITH, BERTADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMar 7, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Nhc Healthcare, Athens and nearby alternatives.

All Tennessee facilities
Nhc Healthcare, Athens
Athens, TNCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Life Care Center of Athens
Athens, TN3,696 ftAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation
Etowah, TN7.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $8,697
Etowah Health and Rehabilitation
Etowah, TN9.1 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $21,692
Decatur Wellness and Rehabilitation Center
Decatur, TN11.7 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Waters of Sweetwater a Rehabilitation & Nursing
Sweetwater, TN11.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Wood Village
Sweetwater, TN13.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Nhc Healthcare, Athens
Athens, TN · Current facility
—4/54/54/5None recorded
Life Care Center of Athens
Athens, TN
3,696 ft2/51/54/5None recorded
Starr Regional Health & Rehabilitation
Etowah, TN
7.6 mi5/54/53/5$8,697
Etowah Health and Rehabilitation
Etowah, TN
9.1 mi1/52/51/5$21,692
Decatur Wellness and Rehabilitation Center
Decatur, TN
11.7 mi3/54/51/5None recorded
Waters of Sweetwater a Rehabilitation & Nursing
Sweetwater, TN
11.7 mi2/52/51/5None recorded
Wood Village
Sweetwater, TN
13.7 mi5/55/53/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Nhc Healthcare, Athens?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Athens has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Nhc Healthcare, Athens cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Tennessee is $7,452/month for a semi-private room and $8,365/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Nhc Healthcare, Athens participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Nhc Healthcare, Athens had any health inspection violations?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Athens had 6 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 24, 2023). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Nhc Healthcare, Athens?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Athens provides 4.07 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.56 RN hours, 1.28 LPN hours, and 2.23 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 50.8%.
How many beds does Nhc Healthcare, Athens have?▾
Nhc Healthcare, Athens has 86 certified beds with an average of 67 residents per day, resulting in approximately 78% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the National Healthcare Corporation chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Nhc Healthcare, Athens?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Tennessee, including 1 in Athens. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Nhc Healthcare, Athens?▾
On Google Maps, Nhc Healthcare, Athens has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 24 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of National Healthcare Corporation

This chain operates 69 facilities. View all →