NHC HEALTHCARE, ATHENS
Nursing home in Athens, Tennessee
NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION
Athens, Tennessee · Mc Minn
Medium · For Profit · Rural
About NHC HEALTHCARE, ATHENS
NHC HEALTHCARE, ATHENS is a medium nursing home located in Athens, Tennessee, operated by NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORPORATION. Its CMS Five-Star overall rating is 4 out of 5 — above average for TN. Health inspections rate 4/5, staffing 4/5, and quality measures 4/5.
NHC HEALTHCARE, ATHENS is one of 2 nursing homes in Athens, Tennessee. The suburb average is 4.5★, and NHC HEALTHCARE, ATHENS rates 4★ overall. Higher-rated nearby alternatives include LIFE CARE CENTER OF ATHENS (5★).
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What does NHC HEALTHCARE, ATHENS cost?
NHC HEALTHCARE, ATHENS does not publish a public rate sheet. The figures below are state and national median monthly costs for nursing home care, based on the Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Use them as a planning benchmark — request a written quote from NHC HEALTHCARE, ATHENS for your specific room type, level of care, and Medicaid status.
| Room type | Tennessee median | National median | Annual (Tennessee) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-private room | $7,878/mo | $8,669/mo | $94,536 |
| Private room | $8,395/mo | $9,733/mo | $100,740 |
Estimates only. Actual prices vary by room, care level, and payor source. See our guide to paying for a nursing home and VA Aid & Attendance benefits.
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Frequently asked questions about NHC HEALTHCARE, ATHENS
Five-Star Quality Ratings are published by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) using data from health inspections, payroll-based staffing reports, and clinical quality measures. Ratings reflect the most recent CMS extract we have imported — always confirm current ratings on Medicare.gov Care Compare before making care decisions.
Last updated: September 4, 2026 · Data refreshed from CMS Care Compare.