About Nhc Healthcare, Athens
Nursing home overview and details
Nhc Healthcare, Athens is a for-profit nursing home in Athens, TN, serving Mc Minn County and the surrounding community. The facility has 86 certified beds with an average daily census of 69.3 residents.
Nhc Healthcare, Athens has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1971, bringing 55 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION, which provides administrative support and oversight.
Nhc Healthcare, Athens has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Athens, TN, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Very Good
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
Nhc Healthcare, Athens has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.
Health Inspection
Very Good
Quality Measures
Very Good
Staffing
Very Good
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
Nhc Healthcare, Athens provides 3.99 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.61 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 49.3%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 11.1%. Weekend staffing averages 3.52 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
Nhc Healthcare, Athens has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This is an important consideration for families evaluating nursing home safety, as it indicates the facility has maintained compliance with federal quality standards. The facility has no infection control deficiencies on record, which is particularly important for the health and safety of elderly residents.
Doctors at Nhc Healthcare, Athens
3 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Nhc Healthcare, Athens
What is the CMS rating for Nhc Healthcare, Athens?
Nhc Healthcare, Athens has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does Nhc Healthcare, Athens have?
Nhc Healthcare, Athens has 86 certified beds with an average daily census of 69.3 residents.
What type of facility is Nhc Healthcare, Athens?
Nhc Healthcare, Athens is a for profit - limited liability company nursing home serving Mc Minn County in Athens, TN.
How many doctors practice at Nhc Healthcare, Athens?
3 physicians are affiliated with Nhc Healthcare, Athens. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does Nhc Healthcare, Athens have any safety concerns?
Nhc Healthcare, Athens has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from CMS.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·