nursing home in Franklin, TN
Nhc Healthcare, Franklin
216 Fairground St, Franklin, TN 37064 · (615) 790-0154
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Nhc Healthcare, Franklin at a glance
Nhc Healthcare, Franklin is a 80-bed for-profit nursing home in Franklin, Tennessee (Williamson County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Tennessee average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 29, 2022) found 7 health citations. The Tennessee average is 4.4.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $62,491.
Nursing staff turnover is 55.3% per year (state average 48.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 80
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- National Healthcare Corporation
- Medicare-certified since
- July 14, 1980
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Williamson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 445127
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.49 hrs | 3.80 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.60 hrs | 0.60 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.76 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.99 hrs | 3.31 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.3% | 48.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.7% | 43.2% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 55.5 | 47.9 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $62,491 | $22,907 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 80 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 71 | 84 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.1% | 74.8% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.3% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.2% | 5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.7% | 16.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11.5% | 14% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.1% | 17.2% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4% | 6.1% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1% | 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) | 19.4% | 31.7% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.9% | 20% | 19% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.5% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.5% | 89.4% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Tennessee avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.1% | 79.8% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 66.2% | 79.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 20 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 24, 2025 Complaint | 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 18, 2025 |
| September 29, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Standard | Honor 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Standard | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| September 29, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2022 |
| October 30, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 14, 2019 |
| October 30, 2019 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2019 |
| October 30, 2019 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 December 14, 2019 |
| October 30, 2019 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2019 |
| October 30, 2019 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2019 |
| October 30, 2019 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2019 |
| October 30, 2019 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2019 |
| October 30, 2019 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2019 |
| October 30, 2019 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2019 |
| December 20, 2018 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 18, 2018 |
| December 20, 2018 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected January 16, 2019 |
| December 20, 2018 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2019 |
| December 20, 2018 Standard | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $62,491 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 24, 2025 | Fine | $62,491 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLACKROCK INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2010 |
| BULLOCK, SALLY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/11/2025 |
| DODSON, VICKI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| KIDD, BRIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/31/2023 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/11/2025 |
| NATIONAL HEALTH CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/11/2025 |
| NORRIS, CHELSEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2025 |
| VANGUARD GROUP INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2006 |
| VINCENT, BRANDON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/19/2024 |
| MORGAN STANLEY INSTITUTIONAL ADVISORS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/08/2024 |
| NHC/DELAWARE INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| USSERY, ROBERT Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2025 |
| VINCENT, BRANDON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/19/2024 |
| BULLOCK, SALLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| DODSON, VICKI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| KIDD, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/31/2023 |
| NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| NHC-OP LP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| NORRIS, CHELSEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/12/2018 |
| SHELLY, TIMOTHY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2024 |
| VINCENT, BRANDON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/19/2024 |
| WILLS, SAVANNAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/31/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nhc Healthcare, Franklin's rating?
Nhc Healthcare, Franklin has 2 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, Franklin receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Tennessee average of 4.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Nhc Healthcare, Franklin 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, Franklin?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of National Healthcare Corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Nhc Healthcare, Franklin and how do I contact it?
Nhc Healthcare, Franklin is at 216 Fairground St, Franklin, TN 37064. Phone: (615) 790-0154.
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.