NHC HEALTHCARE, KNOXVILLE
809 EAST EMERALD AVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37917 · CCN 445098
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Ratings
- Overall
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Health inspection
- ★★☆☆☆ 2
- Quality measures
- ★★★★★ 5
- Staffing
- ★☆☆☆☆ 1
Facility
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 127
- Avg residents/day
- 98.2
- Phone
- 8655247366
Inspection history vs Tennessee & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | Tennessee avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023-03-15 | 7 | 5.8 | 9.5 | +1.2 worse |
| 2 | 2019-12-18 | 3 | 4.6 | 9.8 | -1.6 better |
| 3 | 2018-12-05 | 6 | 4.6 | 9.3 | +1.4 worse |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Abuse, neglect, exploitation | 2 |
| Quality of life and care | 1 |
| Resident rights | 2 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 1 |
| Infection control | 1 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | — | 60.5% |
| RN staffing (reported) | — | 33.3% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | — | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $0
- Number of fines
- 0
- Number of penalties
- 0
- Payment denials
- 0
Chain
- Chain
- NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION
- Facilities in chain
- 65
- Chain avg overall
- 3.90 / 5
Inspection citations (16)1 actual harm
- DF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2024-11-05 · Health · corrected 2024-12-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2023-03-15 · Health · corrected 2023-04-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0584Honor 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.2023-03-15 · Health · corrected 2023-04-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- GF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2023-03-15 · Health · corrected 2023-04-13
Actual harm
- DF0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2023-03-15 · Health · corrected 2023-04-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0744Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.2023-03-15 · Health · corrected 2023-04-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2023-03-15 · Health · corrected 2023-04-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2023-03-15 · Health · corrected 2023-04-13
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2019-12-18 · Health · corrected 2020-02-08
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2019-12-18 · Health · corrected 2020-02-08
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2018-12-05 · Health · corrected 2019-01-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.2018-12-05 · Health · corrected 2019-01-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2018-12-05 · Health · corrected 2019-01-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2018-12-05 · Health · corrected 2019-01-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2018-12-05 · Health · corrected 2019-01-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.2018-12-05 · Health · corrected 2019-01-18
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NHC-OP LP | Organization | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | 2000-07-01 |
| BLACKROCK INC | Organization | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | — | 2019-03-20 |
| DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP | Organization | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | — | 2023-03-07 |
| MORGAN STANLEY | Organization | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | — | 2024-11-08 |
| NATIONAL HEALTH CORPORATION | Organization | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | — | 2000-07-01 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION | Organization | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | — | 2000-07-01 |
| VANGUARD GROUP INC | Organization | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | — | 2017-03-27 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2000-07-01 |
| NHC-OP LP | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2000-07-01 |
| BARTON, REBECCA | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2018-12-18 |
| DODSON, VICKI | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2019-06-01 |
| KIDD, BRIAN | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2017-01-01 |
| NASON JR., HOWARD | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2016-04-18 |
| SHUFORD, THOMAS | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2013-04-01 |
| SMITH, BERT | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2017-07-01 |
| USSERY, ROBERT | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2009-01-01 |
| NASON JR., HOWARD | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2016-04-18 |
Other facilities in KNOXVILLE
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| SENATOR BEN ATCHLEY STATE VETERANS' HOME | ★★★★★ | 140 |
| FORT SANDERS TCU | ★★★★★ | 24 |
| HOLSTON HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER | ★★★★★ | 94 |
| WEST HILLS HEALTH AND REHAB | ★★★★☆ | 194 |
| CREEKVIEW HEALTH AND REHABILITATION | ★★★☆☆ | 91 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.