NHC Place at the Trace

Nursing Home in Nashville

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
NHC Place at the Trace

Nursing Home in Nashville

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.

Overview of Nhc Place at the Trace

NHC Place at The Trace is a senior living community in Nashville, TN. It offers a variety of services including assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The facility features restaurant-style dining, landscaped courtyards, and recreational amenities.
(629) 888-5800

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.
4/5 ▲ 0.9 Tennessee average: 3.1/5
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.
3/5 ▲ 0.1 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.
4/5 ▲ 1.6 Tennessee average: 2.5/5
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 ▲ 1.3 Tennessee average: 3.7/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Tennessee state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 24th out of 139 homes in Tennessee.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 58m per day
Rank #24 / 139Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 139 homes in Tennessee.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Tennessee average, with a ranking across 139 Tennessee SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Tennessee avg (3h 40m per day)
vs Tennessee avg
+8%
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 41m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
56 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

60% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

40% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$14.2M
Operating loss
-$50.9K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$14.2M Rank #60 / 144Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 60th out of 144 homes in Tennessee.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Tennessee SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating loss
-$50.9K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #45 / 144Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 144 homes in Tennessee.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Tennessee average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$6.5M
45.7% of revenue Rank #32 / 144Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 144 homes in Tennessee.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Tennessee average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.8M
Total costs $14.2M
Bed community size
99-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
9 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
Rank #45 / 144Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 144 homes in Tennessee.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Tennessee average, with its statewide rank out of 144. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Higher than the Tennessee average: 71.6%
Occupied beds
82 / 99
Average residents 82 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Care Living Facility
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJune 20, 2016
ExpirationJune 19, 2026
License Number00000447
CMS Certification Number445525

Ownership & Operating Entity

NHC Place at the Trace is administrated by Michael Kingston.

Owner NameNHC PLACE AT THE TRACE, LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Restaurant-Style Dining Rooms
Landscaped Courtyards
Recreational Amenities
Specific ProgramsHealth Center, Caris Hospice, HomeCare

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThe campus has restaurant-style dining rooms.

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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 January 23, 2025

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Tennessee average 3.5


Last Health inspection on Feb 2025

Total health citations
14 Rank #68 / 143Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 143 homes in Tennessee.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Tennessee state average, with a ranking across all 143 TN SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Tennessee average 15.4

Citations per inspection
4.67

Tennessee average 4.39


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

All 14 citations resulted from standard inspections.

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 0
100% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Tennessee average: 1.1

0 serious citations More info Tennessee average: 0.6

14 moderate citations More info Tennessee average: 13.7

0 minor citations More info Tennessee average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Feb 12, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Feb 12, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Feb 12, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Feb 12, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Nashville 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 Apr 2026

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NHC Place at the Trace
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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).

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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.

Nashville99 83.2% +14%3.97 +40%+9%0144.7086---$14.2M$6.5M45.7%445525
Bethany Center for Rehabilitation and Healing
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).

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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.

Nashville (Townhomes Of Shadow Glen)180 93.7% +28%2.82 -53%-22%0123.02160- 69 Bethany Ventures Tn Llc$19.7M$10.5M53.3%445159
AHC Cumberland -
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.

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AHC of Nashville -
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.

Nashville (Midtown)49 318.5% +336%-----49%-000.00----$10.3M$3.8M36.4%445538
Barton House -
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.

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CHOICES Program

TN Medicaid CHOICES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Tennessee resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
TN

Managed care model; high rural demand.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Tennessee Options for Community Living

TN Options

Age 60+
General Tennessee resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
TN

Limited funding; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Tennessee Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TN resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TN

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

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Tennessee LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General TN resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
TN

Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Tennessee Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TN resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
TN

Includes grandparent caregivers; high rural demand.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Tennessee SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, TN resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
TN

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

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

Tennessee VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TN resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
TN

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Elderly Nutrition Program

Tennessee Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General TN resident; no income limit but prioritizes low-income.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TN

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

Benefits
Congregate meals ($5-$7/meal value) at senior centers Home-delivered meals ($5-$7/meal)

Property Tax Relief Program

Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program

Age 65+
General TN resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000/year household, excludes half of Social Security
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
TN

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

Benefits
Tax rebates (~$250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 188
Employees 184
Contractors 4
Staff to resident ratio 2.27:1
26% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average ratio: 1.79:1

Avg staff/day 58
Average shift 8.5 hours
0% compared with Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 8.3 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 44,851
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 23
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 26
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 66
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.1%

26 contractor hours this quarter

Medical Director: 2 Qualified Activities Professional: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant6606614,56891100%9.3
Registered Nurse230238,21191100%9.5
Licensed Practical Nurse260267,76591100%9
Physical Therapy Assistant9092,1968189%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist7071,8857684%7.4
Nurse Aide in Training8081,5478593%7.6
Mental Health Service Worker3031,5407279%8.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician9091,2938290%7.2
Other Dietary Services Staff4049376875%7.4
Physical Therapy Aide9099257886%6.9
Qualified Social Worker3036226673%6.5
Administrator1014926268%7.9
Dental Services Staff1014905763%8.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist4044895763%7.7
Occupational Therapy Aide6064857380%5.2
Nurse Practitioner1014645864%8
Dietitian2024405560%8
Respiratory Therapist1014065257%7.8
Qualified Activities Professional112821112%7.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111533%5
Medical Director022133%0.2
66 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
23 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
26 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
9 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 89%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 84%
8 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 93%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 79%
9 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 90%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 75%
9 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 86%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 73%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 63%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 63%
6 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 80%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 64%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 60%
1 Respiratory Therapist
% of Days 57%
2 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 12%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
2 Medical Director
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 83
Medicare
26
31.3% of residents
Private pay or other
57
68.7% of residents
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. 11.9
13% 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. 22.7
16% 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 23.2%
45% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 16.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 23.3%
7% 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 21.5%
In line with Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 20.7%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.6%
85% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 3.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.0%
11% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 5.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.3%
12% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 2.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.2%
In line with Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 6.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.0%
45% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 11.0%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.7%
11% better 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 98.0%
In line with 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 96.4%
21% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 79.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.0%
15% worse than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 1.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.3%
18% better than Tennessee average

Tennessee average: 79.8%

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