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NHC HealthCare, Knoxville

Overview of Nhc Healthcare, Knoxville
NHC HealthCare Knoxville is a 127-bed post-acute center offering 24/7 skilled nursing care, short-term rehab, long-term care, and therapy services. The facility is committed to providing personalized care in a comfortable and supportive environment, helping patients achieve their health and wellness goals. With a focus on dignity, comfort, and quality of life, NHC is a trusted partner in health management.
(865) 524-7366

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
3/5
Tennessee average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
2/5
Tennessee average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
3/5
Tennessee average: 2.4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
5/5
Tennessee average: 3.7/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 32m per day

This home provides 3% less nursing time per resident than the Tennessee average.

Tennessee average: 3h 38m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 115

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Tennessee average
Occupancy rate 74.3%
Residents per day (avg) 97
Occupancy rate
74.3%
Residents per day (avg)
97

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

Might be optimal for
Long-term residence Daily assistance Occasional rehab needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

11% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 25 days

Private pay

67% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 months

Medicaid

22% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.3M
Profit
$400.0K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13,259,163.00
Profit
$400,032.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.5M
41.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.4M
Total costs $12.9M
Bed community size
115-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
33 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

About this community

License details

Facility type
Nursing Home
Status Licensed
Issuance July 1, 1992

Additional licensing details

License number: 00000146
CMS Certification Number: 445098

Ownership & operating entity

NHC HealthCare, Knoxville is administrated by Thomas Bradley Shuford.

Owner name: NHC Healthcare/Knoxville, LLC

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

All Levels of Care

Skilled Nursing
Short-Term Rehabilitation
Long-Term Care
HomeCare
Hospice

Amenities & Lifestyle

High-Speed Wireless Internet
Cable TV in Every Room
Housekeeping and Laundry Services
On-Site Beauty and Barber Shop
Daily Activities and Entertainment
Dining Room
Outdoor Area for Relaxation

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care, HomeCare, Hospice
Operating Hours
24/7

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Dietitian and chef-approved meals tailored to meet nutritional needs.
Contact NHC HealthCare, Knoxville

Inspection History

In Tennessee, the Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities performs unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure facilities provide high-quality resident care.

Tennessee average: 9 complaint visits

Latest inspection

Date:March 15, 2023

0 enforcement actions

Penalties or interventions imposed by state regulators when facilities do not comply with quality, safety or regulatory standards.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Tennessee average 3.5


Last Health inspection on Nov 2024

Total health citations 16

Tennessee average 15.4

Citations per inspection
4

Tennessee average 4.39


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

12 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 16 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 1
67% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Tennessee average: 1.1

1 serious citation More info Tennessee average: 0.6

15 moderate citations More info Tennessee average: 13.7

0 minor citations More info Tennessee average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Nov 05, 2024
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect serious citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Mar 15, 2023
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Mar 15, 2023
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Mar 15, 2023
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Knoxville The information below is reported by the Tennessee Department of Health, Division of Health Care Facilities.

5 facilities compared · CMS & TN Dept. of Health data · Updated Mar 2026

Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans‘ Home
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Knoxville
140
94.7%
+30%
4.83
+10%
+33%
0
5
0
128
7
State Of Tennessee
$18,3M
$6,8M
37.1%
445484
NHC HealthCare, Knoxville
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Knoxville
127
74.3%
+2%
3.54
+18%
-2%
1
16
1
97
-
Shuford, Thomas
$12,3M
$5,5M
44.5%
445098
Beverly Park Place Health And Rehab
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Knoxville
271
90.6%
+24%
3.40
+31%
-6%
0
14
0
158
8
Hillcrest Healthcare Communities Inc
$18,6M
$5,5M
29.4%
445131
Autumn Care II, LLC
-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Knoxville
56
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Emory Mills Senior Living
-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Knoxville
107
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
0
0
0
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 126
Employees 120
Contractors 6
Staff to resident ratio 1.24:1
31% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average ratio: 1.79:1

Avg staff/day 47
Average shift 9.1 hours
10% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 8.3 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 38,709
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 23
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 53
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

2.8%

1,083 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4945316,35391100%9.3
Licensed Practical Nurse230239,36891100%9.8
Registered Nurse130135,71391100%9.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist3031,5146976%8.5
Mental Health Service Worker4041,2616571%8.5
Dietitian2025506268%7.3
Other Dietary Services Staff2024996571%7.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician3034936875%7.2
Occupational Therapy Aide3034876167%7.8
Physical Therapy Assistant3034676470%7.2
Administrator1014525763%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1014245358%8
Speech Language Pathologist4043696369%4.8
Physical Therapy Aide2023475156%6.1
Nurse Aide in Training5052401415%8
Qualified Social Worker2021686673%2.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant011311%3
Medical Director011233%0.5
53 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
23 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 76%
4 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 71%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 68%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 71%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 75%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 67%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 70%
1 Administrator
% of Days 63%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 58%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 69%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 56%
5 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 15%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 73%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 1%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
102 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (6.9%)
Medicaid
82 residents (80.4%)
Private pay or other
13 residents (12.7%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 15.7
50% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 26.1
34% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 19.5

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 28.2%
76% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 16.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 33.0%
52% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 21.7%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 17.1%
17% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 20.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.0%
8% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 3.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 10.0%
85% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.6%
70% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 2.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.4%
46% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.7%
75% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 11.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 19.2%
16% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 16.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
11% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 89.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 94.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.9%
22% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 79.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.3%
81% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 1.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 92.7%
16% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 79.8%

Penalties and fines

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $34K
61% lower than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: $86K

Number of fines 1
43% fewer fines than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 1.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 0.5

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $34K
Tennessee average $86K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 15, 2023
$34K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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CHOICES Program

TN Medicaid CHOICES

Age 65+ or disabled, Tennessee resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Managed care model; high rural demand.

Tennessee Options for Community Living

TN Options

Age 60+, Tennessee resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; rural/urban balance.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Tennessee Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, TN resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Tennessee LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, TN resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Tennessee Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TN resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Not assessed; need-based.

Includes grandparent caregivers; high rural demand.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Tennessee SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, TN resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP/Goodwill partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Tennessee VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, TN resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Elderly Nutrition Program

Tennessee Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+, TN resident; no income limit but prioritizes low-income.

None; donations encouraged.

Not assessed.

Serves ~50,000 annually; 200+ congregate sites plus Meals on Wheels.

Property Tax Relief Program

Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program

Age 65+, TN resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).

~$45,000/year (household, excludes half of Social Security).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Rebates up to $1,000; serves ~100,000 annually.

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