Skilled NursingCMS verified

NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe

2403 Battlefield Pkwy, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742 · Catoosa County

2403 Battlefield ParkwayFort Oglethorpe,GA 30742Main Phone: (706) 866-7700 Skilled NursingContinuing CareRehabilitationRespite CareHospice Care

5.0CMS overall rating(706) 866-7700 Visit website ↗

Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

Photos via google places, facility website.

Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 91% full (122 of 135 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

One of Fort Oglethorpe's top-rated skilled nursing communities

NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fort Oglethorpe, GA, with 135 certified beds and an average of about 122 residents per day. It operates as part of the National Healthcare Corporation network.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.22 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.70 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $16,530 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.22 hrs/resident/day)
•High staff turnover (65.7%)

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Fort Oglethorpe for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 135
Avg. residents/day: 122
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: National Healthcare Corporation
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 115492

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,630–$10,790/mo (median $9,450)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Chattanooga prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

Request exact pricing for NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe →

Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.22; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.70; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 65.7%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 2
Federal fines: 2 ($16,530)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-09-26
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (12 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-09-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2025-09-26Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-04-25Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2024-04-25Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2022-10-14Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

2022-10-14Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2022-10-14Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.

2022-10-14Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2024-04-25	Fine	$8,018
2024-04-25	Fine	$8,512

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Chef-prepared meals
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

2403 Battlefield Pkwy, Fort Oglethorpe, GA

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

We aggregate ratings across Google, Yelp, and verified families — and link back to every source so you can read more.

Google

3.6

44 reviews →

Verified family reviews

No verified family reviews yet for NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe.

Have a loved one here, or recently toured? Help other families by sharing your experience — we verify every review before it's published.

Talk to an advisor about this community

Common questions about NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe

How much does NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe cost?

NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fort Oglethorpe, GA area typically runs $8,630–$10,790 per month (median $9,450, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe?

Staff provide about 3.22 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe?

NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe has 12 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe have availability?

Typically 91% full (122 of 135 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe offer?

NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe in Fort Oglethorpe, GA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 135 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Chattanooga.
The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Start with a free shortlist →Take the 2-minute assessment

Your next steps — this week

1
Confirm the fit
Check the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
2
Get exact pricing & availability
Request current rates for NHC Healthcare Ft Oglethorpe — takes one minute, answered same day.
3
Tour 2–3 communities
Compare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
4
Hold a spot
Most communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.