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, Knoxville is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Knoxville, Tennessee with 127 certified beds. It has been operating since 1972. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
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 safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
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 |
| NASON JR., HOWARD | MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY | Individual | N/A | Apr 18, 2016 |
| NASON JR., HOWARD | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | N/A | Apr 18, 2016 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| NHC-OP LP | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| BARTON, REBECCA | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Dec 18, 2018 |
| DODSON, VICKI | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2019 |
| KIDD, BRIAN | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2017 |
| NASON JR., HOWARD | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Apr 18, 2016 |
| SHUFORD, THOMAS | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Apr 1, 2013 |
| SMITH, BERT | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jul 1, 2017 |
| USSERY, ROBERT | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2009 |
| BLACKROCK INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Mar 20, 2019 |
| DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Mar 7, 2023 |
| MORGAN STANLEY | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Nov 8, 2024 |
| NATIONAL HEALTH CORPORATION | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| NHC-OP LP | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Jul 1, 2000 |
| VANGUARD GROUP INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Mar 27, 2017 |
| DODSON, VICKI | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jun 1, 2019 |
| KIDD, BRIAN | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2017 |
| SHUFORD, THOMAS | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Mar 13, 2025 |
| SMITH, BERT | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Mar 13, 2025 |
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