nursing home in Fort Oglethorpe, GA
Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe
2403 Battlefield Pkwy, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742 · (706) 866-7700
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe at a glance
Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe is a 135-bed for-profit nursing home in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia (Catoosa County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 26, 2025) found 2 health citations. The Georgia average is 5.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $16,530.
Nursing staff turnover is 58.2% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 135
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- National Healthcare Corporation
- Medicare-certified since
- November 14, 1989
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Catoosa County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115492
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.31 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.74 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.82 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.76 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58.2% | 46% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 16 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $16,530 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 135 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 123 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 90.8% | 81.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 5.9% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.1% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.1% | 19.9% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12% | 15.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.6% | 15.2% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.9% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 11.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 32.2% | 20.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.4% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.2% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.4% | 78.4% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 26, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2024 |
| October 14, 2022 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Fire safety | Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0343 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Standard | Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0924 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
| October 14, 2022 Standard | Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0626 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $16,530 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 25, 2024 | Fine | $8,512 |
| April 25, 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDERSON, ZACHARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/03/2025 |
| BLACKROCK INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2019 |
| DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/07/2023 |
| DODSON, VICKI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| HARNDEN, CELESTE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2023 |
| KIDD, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| MORGAN STANLEY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2024 |
| MORGAN STANLEY INSTITUTIONAL ADVISORS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2024 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1989 |
| NATIONAL HEALTH CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1989 |
| NHC-OP LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2009 |
| VANGUARD GROUP INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2017 |
| BIDWELL, GREGORY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| NHC/DELAWARE INC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1989 |
| NHC/DELAWARE INC Organization | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1989 |
| MORGAN STANLEY INSTITUTIONAL ADVISORS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2024 |
| NHC-OP LP Organization | limited partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2009 |
| BIDWELL, GREGORY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| ANDERSON, ZACHARY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/14/2021 |
| BIDWELL, GREGORY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| DODSON, VICKI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| HARNDEN, CELESTE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2023 |
| KIDD, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1989 |
| NHC-OP LP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1989 |
| THOMPSON, CHRISTINEA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2023 |
| USSERY, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe's rating?
Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Georgia nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe?
It is for profit - corporation and part of National Healthcare Corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe and how do I contact it?
Nhc Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe is at 2403 Battlefield Pkwy, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742. Phone: (706) 866-7700.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.