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Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders

Average3-Star CMS Rating

2120 HIGHLAND AVE, Knoxville, TN 37916

160 Beds
Medicare Since 1977

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2120 HIGHLAND AVE
Knoxville, TN 37916

About Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders

Nursing home overview and details

Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders is a for-profit nursing home in Knoxville, TN, serving Knox County and the surrounding community. The facility has 160 certified beds with an average daily census of 131.7 residents.

Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1977, bringing 49 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION, which provides administrative support and oversight.

The facility holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Knoxville, TN, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating3/5 Stars
Certified Beds160
Avg. Residents/Day131.7
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyKnox

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. This composite rating helps families compare nursing homes when evaluating care options.

Health Inspection

Average

Quality Measures

Very Good

Staffing

Average

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders provides 3.99 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.52 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 53.5%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 23.5%. Weekend staffing averages 3.81 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.52
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.99
Total Nurse Turnover Rate53.5%
RN Turnover Rate23.5%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.81

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders has received 1 fine totaling $9,770. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines1 ($9,770)
Total Penalties1

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders

What is the CMS rating for Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders?

Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders have?

Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders has 160 certified beds with an average daily census of 131.7 residents.

What type of facility is Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders?

Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders is a for profit - limited liability company nursing home serving Knox County in Knoxville, TN.

How many doctors practice at Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders?

Affiliated doctor information is not currently available for Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders.

Does Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Nhc Healthcare, Ft Sanders has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·