Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Columbia, Tennessee
2 of 4 nursing homes in Columbia (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Tennessee statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
522
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$5,283 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Columbia, Tennessee, is adequate, with 4 facilities and 50% recommended. Families should be aware that while NHC-Maury Regional Transitional Care Center is a top-rated option, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $5,283.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 NHC-MAURY REGIONAL TRANSITIONAL CARE CENTER (90) — NHC-Maury Regional Transitional Care Center shines with an outstanding CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. Its Grade A reflects a commitment to quality care, and with zero fines, families can trust their loved ones will receive excellent service in this well-managed 112-bed facility.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 NHC HEALTHCARE, COLUMBIA (80) — NHC Healthcare, Columbia boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a commendable Trust Score of 80/100, indicating reliable care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this 106-bed facility is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for residents, making it a strong choice in the Columbia area.
The other 2 Columbia facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $5K.
Recommended
NHC-Maury Regional Transitional Care Center shines with an outstanding CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. Its Grade A reflects a commitment to quality care, and with zero fines, families can trust their loved ones will receive excellent service in this well-managed 112-bed facility.
NHC Healthcare, Columbia boasts a solid CMS 4★ rating and a commendable Trust Score of 80/100, indicating reliable care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this 106-bed facility is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for residents, making it a strong choice in the Columbia area.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Columbia Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $5,283
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Columbia Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Columbia's city average is 3.5 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 4 Columbia facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Columbia avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Columbia facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Columbia, TN are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Columbia (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Columbia "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Columbia?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.