Tennessee average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024

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The National HealthCare Corporation, or the NHC Chattanooga, strives to provide short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitative care; they have been awarded twice for their recognition for the ‘Customer Approved Award’ and the ‘Employee Approved Award’ by the Customers for Outstanding Experience. NHC Healthcare Chattanooga strives to work daily with quality service to its residents so that they maintain independence and individuality.
They also provide housing options for assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and home care; management and staff are dedicated to ensuring that residents live comfortably in their new homes.
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
NHC HealthCare Chattanooga is legally operated by NHC HealthCare/Chattanooga, LLC, and administrated by Anthony Joseph Raffa.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Tennessee, the Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities performs unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure facilities provide high-quality resident care.
Citations
| This Facility | TN Average | vs. TN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
| 10 | 4 | This facility has 150% more total citations than a typical Tennessee nursing home (10 vs. TN avg 4).↑ 150% worse |
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Citations per year
| 1.4 | 0.6 | This facility has 133% more citations per year than a typical Tennessee nursing home (1.4 vs. TN avg 0.6).↑ 133% worse |
The most recent inspection on October 16, 2024, identified several deficiencies related to resident assessments, fall prevention, food cleanliness, and medical record accuracy. Earlier inspections showed similar issues with assessment accuracy, care planning, fall prevention, and food safety, including concerns about resident dignity and kitchen cleanliness. Inspectors cited inaccurate coding of PASRR level 2 outcomes, incomplete fall intervention implementation, unclean food service items, and incomplete blood glucose monitoring records as main themes. Complaint investigations were not listed in the available reports. The pattern of deficiencies has persisted over time without clear improvement or worsening.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsTennessee average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Tennessee average 15.4
Tennessee average 4.39
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 10 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Tennessee average: 1.1
Tennessee average: 0.6
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
16 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 103 | 0 | 103 | 33,277 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 43 | 0 | 43 | 17,034 | 92 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,936 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,318 | 74 | 80% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 16 | 0 | 16 | 1,536 | 89 | 97% | 6.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,174 | 75 | 82% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 998 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 965 | 68 | 74% | 7.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 950 | 66 | 72% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 908 | 68 | 74% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 724 | 62 | 67% | 7.8 |
| Other Activities Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 639 | 80 | 87% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 546 | 70 | 76% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 513 | 63 | 68% | 5.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 480 | 64 | 70% | 7.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 460 | 58 | 63% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 277 | 37 | 40% | 6 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 1 | 0 | 1 | 118 | 14 | 15% | 8.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 3% | 5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3% | 0.4 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
14% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
64% of new residents, often for short stays.
22% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for NHC HealthCare Chattanooga based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.
3.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Chattanooga's city center to NHC HealthCare Chattanooga's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.3 miles to nearest hospital (The Chattanooga Heart Institute - Chattanooga)
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NHC HealthCare Chattanooga is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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NHC HealthCare Chattanooga is in the Glenwood neighborhood of Chattanooga.
NHC HealthCare Chattanooga has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to TN state health department records, NHC HealthCare Chattanooga's license number is 00000112.
According to TN state health department records, NHC HealthCare Chattanooga's license expires on May 17, 2026.
Anthony Joseph Raffa is the administrator of NHC HealthCare Chattanooga.
NHC HealthCare Chattanooga has 200 beds.
Yes — there are 2 photos of NHC HealthCare Chattanooga in the photo gallery on this page.
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