Nhc Healthcare, Columbia
Columbia, TN · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 445109) · 106 certified beds
Health inspection: 3 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (931) 381-3112 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
NHC Healthcare, Columbia has a CMS overall rating of 4 stars, above the Tennessee state average of 3.0 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3 stars and a staffing rating of 4 stars.
NHC Healthcare, Columbia reports total nurse staffing of 3.73 hours per resident per day, including 0.56 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 43.2% and a CMS staffing rating of 4 stars.
NHC Healthcare, Columbia has no federal fines on record, with 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials reported by CMS; no abuse icon or Special Focus status is indicated in the available data.
About this facility
NHC Healthcare, Columbia is a for-profit corporation nursing home in Columbia, Maury County, Tennessee, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since June 1975. The facility has 106 certified beds with an average of 92.9 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Tennessee state average of 3.0. Its four component ratings are: Health Inspection 3 stars, Quality Measures 5 stars, and Staffing 4 stars.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours per resident per day of 3.73, including 0.56 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 43.2%.
On the penalty record, CMS reports 0 fines totaling $0.00, and 0 payment denials — no federal fines on record for this facility. No abuse icon or Special Focus designation is indicated in the data provided.
This facility is part of the National Healthcare Corporation chain, which operates 69 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 4.0 stars. There has been no change of ownership in the last 12 months according to CMS records.
This profile is based on data from CMS Care Compare; families should verify current details directly on the Care Compare website before making decisions.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
NHC Healthcare, Columbia has an overall rating of 4 stars, above the Tennessee state average of 3.0 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
The facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.73 hours per resident per day, with 0.56 RN hours per resident per day, and nursing turnover is 43.2%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS reports 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials — no federal fines on record.
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 has 106 certified beds and an average of 92.9 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 has 69 facilities with an average rating of 4.0 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility has been certified since June 1, 1975.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on Overall, Health Inspection, Quality Measures, and Staffing; this facility scores 4, 3, 5, and 4 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service offerings; please contact the facility at 9313813112 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; please contact the facility at 9313813112 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's current record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/445109?state=TN.
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.