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NHC Healthcare, Somerville

308 Lake Drive, Somerville, TN 38068 · Fayette County

308 Lake DriveSomerville,TN 38068Main Phone: (901) 465-9861 Skilled NursingContinuing CareRehabilitationRespite CareAssisted LivingHospice Care

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

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

Photos via facility website.

Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 96% full (69 of 72 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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 Somerville's top-rated skilled nursing communities

NHC Healthcare, Somerville is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Somerville, TN, with 72 certified beds and an average of about 69 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, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.68 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.03 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 72
Avg. residents/day: 69
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: National Healthcare Corporation
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 445119

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$8,700–$10,880/mo (median $9,530)	Local market estimate

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

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.03; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.68; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 39%; 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: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2026-02-19
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (5 citations on record — showing the latest 5). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-19Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2026-02-19Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2019-05-15Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2019-05-15Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2019-05-15Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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.

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

308 Lake Drive, Somerville, TN

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

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Common questions about NHC Healthcare, Somerville

How much does NHC Healthcare, Somerville cost?

NHC Healthcare, Somerville does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Somerville, TN area typically runs $8,700–$10,880 per month (median $9,530, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is NHC Healthcare, Somerville's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at NHC Healthcare, Somerville?

Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at NHC Healthcare, Somerville?

NHC Healthcare, Somerville has 5 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does NHC Healthcare, Somerville have availability?

Typically 96% full (69 of 72 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does NHC Healthcare, Somerville offer?

NHC Healthcare, Somerville in Somerville, TN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 72 beds.

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