Nhc Healthcare, Dickson
Dickson, TN · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 445004) · 191 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (615) 446-8046 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
NHC Healthcare, Dickson has a CMS overall star rating of 5 out of 5, above the Tennessee state average of 3.0. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
NHC Healthcare, Dickson reports 3.95 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.62 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 38.8%. Its CMS staffing rating is 4 out of 5 stars.
NHC Healthcare, Dickson has no federal fines on record and no payment denials according to CMS data. This facility does not carry the CMS abuse icon and is not listed under the Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
NHC Healthcare, Dickson is a for-profit nursing home in Dickson, Tennessee, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. The facility has 191 certified beds with an average of 179.2 residents, and has been certified since 1967.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 5 out of 5, above the Tennessee state average of 3.0. The health inspection rating is 4 out of 5, the quality measure (QM) rating is 5 out of 5, and the staffing rating is 4 out of 5.
Total nurse staffing is reported at 3.95 hours per resident per day, with 0.62 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is 38.8%.
On penalties: CMS records show no federal fines on record (0 fines totaling $0.00) and no payment denials for this facility.
This facility does not carry the CMS abuse icon and is not designated under the Special Focus Facility program based on the data provided.
NHC Healthcare, Dickson is part of the National Healthcare Corporation chain, which operates 69 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 4.0 out of 5.
There has been no ownership change reported in the last 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator.
Source: CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
NHC Healthcare, Dickson has an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is above the Tennessee state average of 3.0.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
The facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.95 hours per resident per day, including 0.62 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing turnover rate of 38.8%; the CMS staffing rating is 4 out of 5.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show 0 fines totaling $0.00 and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, this facility does not carry the CMS abuse icon and is not designated as a Special Focus Facility according to the provided data.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility has 191 certified beds and an average daily population of 179.2 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the National Healthcare Corporation chain, which operates 69 facilities nationally with an average rating of 4.0 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for certification on January 1, 1967.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on Overall, Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures (QM); this facility scores 5, 4, 4, and 5 respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided data does not specify service lines; contact the facility at 6154468046 and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 6154468046 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's full record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/445004?state=TN.
Was there a recent change in ownership that might affect these ratings?
No, CMS data indicates no ownership change in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.