nursing home in Columbia, TN

Nhc Healthcare, Columbia

101 Walnut Lane, Columbia, TN 38401 · (931) 381-3112

★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★4
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Nhc Healthcare, Columbia at a glance

Nhc Healthcare, Columbia is a 106-bed for-profit nursing home in Columbia, Tennessee (Maury County).

CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Tennessee average of 3.

Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (November 3, 2021) found 4 health citations. The Tennessee average is 4.4.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 43.2% per year (state average 48.9%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
106
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
National Healthcare Corporation
Medicare-certified since
June 1, 1975
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Maury County
CMS Certification Number
445109

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.5 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.4 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.73 hrsTennessee average3.80 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Tennessee and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.73 hrs3.80 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.56 hrs0.60 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.00 hrs2.12 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.23 hrs3.31 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)43.2%48.9%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)28.6%43.2%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)111Worse

Inspections

This facility4Tennessee average4U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Tennessee and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)449Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)013Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)3047.980.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Tennessee average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Tennessee and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$22,907$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds106114107
Average residents per day938486
Occupancy87.6%74.8%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.5%Tennessee average3.4%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Tennessee and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)2.5%3.4%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.9%5%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)9.8%16.8%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.3%1.8%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.6%0.7%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)5.2%14%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)8.6%17.2%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)1.2%6.1%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0.3%13.8%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)6.1%31.7%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)23.2%20%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)85.6%94.5%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)99.7%89.4%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility1.4%Tennessee average1.7%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Tennessee and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityTennessee avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)1.4%1.7%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)87.1%79.8%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)93%79.3%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
November 3, 2021
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 14, 2021
November 3, 2021
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 December 9, 2021
November 3, 2021
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 9, 2021
November 3, 2021
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 14, 2021
January 8, 2020
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 28, 2020
January 8, 2020
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 8, 2020
January 8, 2020
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 January 28, 2020
January 8, 2020
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 8, 2020
January 8, 2020
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 28, 2020
January 8, 2020
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 28, 2020
January 8, 2020
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 28, 2020
February 12, 2019
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 19, 2019

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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
BALL, CHARLES
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/31/2025
BLACKROCK INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/20/2019
DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/07/2023
DODSON, VICKI
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2019
KIDD, BRIAN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2017
MORGAN STANLEY
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/08/2024
NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2000
NATIONAL HEALTH CORPORATION
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2000
NHC-OP LP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2000
STEPHENS, JOAN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/18/2025
VANGUARD GROUP INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/27/2017
BIDWELL, CHARLES
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE06/15/2021
MORGAN STANLEY INSTITUTIONAL ADVISORS LLC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE11/08/2024
NHC/DELAWARE INC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2000
BIDWELL, CHARLES
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE06/15/2021
BALL, CHARLES
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/1979
BIDWELL, CHARLES
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/15/2021
DODSON, VICKI
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2019
KIDD, BRIAN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2017
NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2000
NHC-OP LP
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2000
OLDHAM, ANNA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/18/2017
SHELLY, TIMOTHY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/12/2024
STEPHENS, JOAN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/14/2025
USSERY, ROBERT
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2017

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    ★★★★★2Below average
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    ★★★★★3Average
  5. The Reserve at Spring Hill

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Frequently asked questions

What is Nhc Healthcare, Columbia's rating?

Nhc Healthcare, Columbia has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Tennessee nursing homes is 3 stars.

How many inspection citations did Nhc Healthcare, Columbia receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Tennessee average of 4.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Nhc Healthcare, Columbia 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, Columbia?

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, Columbia and how do I contact it?

Nhc Healthcare, Columbia is at 101 Walnut Lane, Columbia, TN 38401. Phone: (931) 381-3112.

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.