Complaint Investigation

Nhc Healthcare, Franklin

October 24, 2025 · Franklin, TN · 216 Fairground St

Citations 1

CMS Rating 2/5

Beds 80

Provider ID 445127

Healthcare Facility

Nhc Healthcare, Franklin

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Inspection Summary

NHC HEALTHCARE, FRANKLIN in FRANKLIN, TN — inspection on October 24, 2025.

Found 1 citation. Severity: Standard violations.

Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct within required timeframes. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns and are subject to follow-up verification.

Inspection Findings

FF0726

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Immediate Jeopardy

Progress Notes dated 9/21/2025 at 5:56 PM, revealed .Pt noted w [with] decreased appetite today. pt picked at breakfast and refused lunch and dinner.encouraged pt to eat dinner. Pt waved arm and shook head at RN and then turned over in the bed.

Review of the Progress Notes dated 9/22/2025 at 11:35 AM, revealed .Pt conts w [continues with] decreased appetite and refused PT [Physical Therapy] today d/t pain.Discussed code status with pt daughter.[Named Family Member B] is going to discuss pt [patient] condition with her family.

Review of the Progress Notes dated 9/22/2025 at 2:27 PM, revealed, .Nutrition/Skin Patient with decreased intake per nursing d/t increased pain.She tends to eat more sweets, ice cream and dessert.minimal intake from meals.Family is aware of decreased appetite.CBW [Current Body Weight] unknown d/t [due to] pain.Pt remains at increased risk of malnutrition, dehydration, unavoidable weight loss.and overall decline. POC [plan of care] updated and to be followed.

Review of Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)'s Progress Notes dated 9/28/2025 at 8:44 AM, revealed .Patient is seen sitting up in a wheelchair next to her bed.states she is eating poorly.

Review of the Registered Dietitian's' Progress Notes dated 10/3/2025 at 1:58 PM, revealed, .Continue with current diet as tolerated with decreased intake/appetite since admission despite interventions in place. Pt has increased p

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an F-tag violation?

F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.

Were these violations corrected?

Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.

How often do nursing home inspections happen?

CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.

What should families do about these violations?

Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in FRANKLIN, TN, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.

Where can I see the full inspection report?

Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from NHC HEALTHCARE, FRANKLIN or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.

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