CMS data snapshot: July 2026
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.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Nhc Healthcare, Chattanooga is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Chattanooga, Tennessee with 200 certified beds. It has been operating since 1967. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
No penalties on record.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MORGAN STANLEY INSTITUTIONAL ADVISORS LLC | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | N/A | Nov 8, 2024 |
| NHC/DELAWARE INC | INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| BIDWELL, GREGORY | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| BIDWELL, GREGORY | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| NHC-OP LP | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| BIDWELL, GREGORY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| DODSON, VICKI | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2019 |
| HARNDEN, CELESTE | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Nov 1, 2023 |
| JOHNSTON, CHARLES | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Dec 11, 2017 |
| KIDD, BRIAN | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2017 |
| RAFFA, ANTHONY J | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Apr 18, 2016 |
| USSERY, ROBERT | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| BLACKROCK INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Jan 20, 2010 |
| NATIONAL HEALTH CORPORATION | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | May 22, 2025 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | May 22, 2025 |
| VANGUARD GROUP INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Nov 30, 2006 |
| DODSON, VICKI | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2019 |
| HARNDEN, CELESTE | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Nov 1, 2023 |
| KIDD, BRIAN | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2017 |
| RAFFA, ANTHONY J | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Mar 29, 2025 |
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