Nashville Senior AdvisorNhc Homecare of Columbia is a Medicare-certified home health agency based at 223 E. James Campbell Blvd in Columbia, TN 38401. Medicare first certified it in 1977, 49 years ago. Medicare rates its quality of patient care at 4.5 out of 5 stars, above the Tennessee average of 3.5. It beats the Tennessee average on 5 of the measures Medicare publishes and trails on none.
What is Nhc Homecare of Columbia's Medicare record?
| Agency | Nhc Homecare of Columbia |
|---|---|
| Address | 223 E. James Campbell Blvd, Columbia, TN 38401 |
| Phone | (931) 381-1234 |
| Medicare provider number (CCN) | 447125 |
| Ownership | Proprietary |
| Medicare-certified since | 12/02/1977 |
How does Nhc Homecare of Columbia score on Medicare's quality measures?
Medicare publishes 11 patient-outcome and process measures for Nhc Homecare of Columbia. It is better than the Tennessee average on 5 and worse on 0.
| Measure | Nhc Homecare of Columbia | Tennessee average | U.S. average | vs. Tennessee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Started care on time | 99.9% | 97.6% | 96.6% | About the same |
| Got better at walking or moving around | 94.7% | 91.5% | 88.6% | Better |
| Got better at getting in and out of bed | 95.2% | 92.3% | 89.8% | About the same |
| Got better at bathing | 94.2% | 92.7% | 90.7% | About the same |
| Breathing improved | 94.1% | 92.6% | 91.5% | About the same |
| Got better at taking medicines correctly | 94.5% | 90.8% | 88.3% | Better |
| Medication issues addressed on time | 98.3% | 93.4% | 94.4% | Better |
| Flu shot status checked | 65.8% | 61.5% | 63.3% | Better |
| Met expected function at discharge | 83.3% | 72.4% | 71.7% | Better |
| Falls with major injury (lower is better) | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | About the same |
| New or worsened pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | About the same |
Where it stands out: met expected function at discharge, medication issues addressed on time and flu shot status checked.
What do patients say about Nhc Homecare of Columbia?
84% of surveyed patients said they would definitely recommend Nhc Homecare of Columbia, based on 383 completed surveys. The Tennessee average is 82%.
| Survey question | Nhc Homecare of Columbia | Tennessee average | U.S. average | vs. Tennessee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team gave care in a professional way | 91% | 91% | 89% | About the same |
| Team communicated well | 89% | 88% | 86% | About the same |
| Team discussed medicines, pain and home safety | 87% | 84% | 82% | Better |
| Rated the agency 9 or 10 out of 10 | 90% | 88% | 85% | About the same |
| Would definitely recommend the agency | 84% | 82% | 79% | About the same |
Do Nhc Homecare of Columbia's patients end up back in the hospital?
Medicare rates Nhc Homecare of Columbia better than the national rate on: patients who went home and stayed home after care ended.
| Measure | Medicare's category | Risk-adjusted rate |
|---|---|---|
| Patients who went home and stayed home after care ended | Better Than National Rate | 84.7% |
| Preventable hospital readmissions in the 30 days after care | Same As National Rate | 3.5% |
| Preventable hospital stays during care | Same As National Rate | 11.3% |
Which home health services does Nhc Homecare of Columbia provide, and which does it not?
Nhc Homecare of Columbia reports offering skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work and home health aide.
| Service | Offered by Nhc Homecare of Columbia? |
|---|---|
| Skilled nursing | Yes |
| Physical therapy | Yes |
| Occupational therapy | Yes |
| Speech therapy | Yes |
| Medical social work | Yes |
| Home health aide | Yes |
| Round-the-clock or shift care | No. Home health is visits, not shifts. |
| Housekeeping, meals and errands on their own | No. Medicare does not cover them unless tied to skilled care. |
| Long-term help with bathing and dressing | No. That is non-medical home care, which families usually arrange and pay for separately. |
Which Nashville-area ZIP codes does Nhc Homecare of Columbia serve?
Nhc Homecare of Columbia tells Medicare it serves 9 ZIP codes in Nashville and Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Sumner, Wilson and Maury counties, out of 75 in total.
- 37062
- 37174
- 37179
- 38401
- 38451
- 38474
- 38476
- 38482
- 38487
A ZIP on this list means the agency accepts referrals there. It does not promise a nurse is available this week, so confirm your address when you call.
What should you ask Nhc Homecare of Columbia before starting care?
Ask how many visits a week to expect
Home health is intermittent: visits, not shifts. Ask for the planned number of nursing and therapy visits per week so the family knows which hours still need covering.
Ask whether your plan treats it as in-network
Original Medicare pays any certified agency. Medicare Advantage plans use networks, and an out-of-network agency can mean a denied claim. Give them the exact plan name on the card.
Ask who answers after hours
Problems rarely wait for office hours. Ask whether the night and weekend line reaches one of their own nurses or an answering service, and how long a call-back usually takes.
Which other home health agencies serve Columbia, TN?
These Medicare-certified agencies are also based in or near Columbia.
- Quality First Home Care — 4.5 of 5 stars
- Maury Regional Home Services — 2.5 of 5 stars
Last verified: November 2026, against the Medicare provider data release dated 2026-09-21.
Common questions
Is Nhc Homecare of Columbia Medicare-certified?
Yes. Nhc Homecare of Columbia is certified by Medicare under provider number 447125 and has been since 1977. Original Medicare pays certified agencies directly for covered home health care.
What is Nhc Homecare of Columbia's Medicare star rating?
4.5 out of 5 for quality of patient care. The Tennessee average is 3.5. Its patient survey rating is 5 out of 5.
Does Nhc Homecare of Columbia provide physical therapy at home?
Yes, it reports offering physical therapy to Medicare. It also reports skilled nursing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work and home health aide.
