Nhc Healthcare, Bristol
Bristol, VA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 495131) · 120 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: 1 totaling $12,735
Phone: (276) 669-4711 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
NHC HealthCare, Bristol has a CMS overall star rating of 5 out of 5, above the Virginia state average of 2.95. Its health inspection rating is 4 out of 5, and its staffing rating is 3 out of 5.
NHC HealthCare, Bristol reports total nurse hours of 3.74 per resident per day, including 0.55 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 3 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 53.4%.
NHC HealthCare, Bristol has 1 federal fine on record totaling $12,735.00, and 0 payment denials. CMS data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility.
About this facility
NHC HealthCare, Bristol is a for-profit corporation-owned nursing home in Bristol City, Virginia, certified for 120 beds with an average of 106.9 residents. The facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid and has been federally certified since September 29, 1982.
According to CMS Care Compare, NHC HealthCare, Bristol holds an overall star rating of 5 out of 5, above the Virginia state average of 2.95. Its health inspection rating is 4 out of 5, its quality measure (QM) rating is 5 out of 5, and its staffing rating is 3 out of 5.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours per resident per day of 3.74, including 0.55 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 53.4%.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $12,735.00, and 0 payment denials for this facility. No abuse icon or Special Focus status is indicated in the data provided for this facility.
NHC HealthCare, Bristol is part of the National Healthcare Corporation chain, which operates 69 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 4.0 stars. There is no indication of an ownership change in the past 12 months, so current ratings should reflect the present operator.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families should verify current details directly with the facility or on Medicare Care Compare, as ratings and staffing figures are updated periodically.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
NHC HealthCare, Bristol has an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is above the Virginia state average of 2.95.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
NHC HealthCare, Bristol accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse hours are 3.74 per resident per day, with 0.55 RN hours per resident per day, and nursing turnover is 53.4%. The staffing star rating is 3 out of 5.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $12,735.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 120 beds, with an average of 106.9 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the National Healthcare Corporation chain, which includes 69 facilities with an average rating of 4.0 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for certification on September 29, 1982.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall quality, health inspections, staffing, and quality measures (QM); this facility scores 5, 4, 3, and 5 respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify rehabilitation services; contact the facility at 2766694711 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 2766694711 for more information.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review current details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/495131?state=VA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.