NHC NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORP

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SEC Filings & Insider Trading Activity 2026

Business Overview

• • Core business: Operation of skilled nursing, assisted and independent living, homecare, hospice, and behavioral health facilities across 9 states, primarily Southeastern and Midwestern U.S.
• • New expansion: Acquisition of White Oak Management with 15 skilled nursing facilities, 2 assisted living, 4 independent living, and a long-term care pharmacy adding 1,928 skilled beds in SC and NC (Aug 2024)
• • Strategic emphasis: Growth in post-acute and senior health care operations, hospice agency launches in multiple locations during 2023-2024, plus continued focus on quality via Medicare’s Five-Star system (62.5% 4-5 star rating vs 38.6% industry)
• • Quantitative metric: Skilled nursing facility occupancy up to 89.7% in 2025 from 88.6% in 2024; homecare served average census 3,834 patients with 339,344 visits in 2025
• • Noteworthy fact: FY2026 Medicare Skilled Nursing Facility payments rose 3.2% vs PY; however, FY2026 home health agency payments projected to decline 1.3%

Risk Factors

• • Regulatory risk: Medicare reimbursement cuts mandated by the Budget Control Act of 2011 impose up to 2% annual reductions extended through 2030
• • Geopolitical/macro threat: CMS Staffing Rule implementation delayed by One Big Beautiful Bill Act until October 1, 2034, creating uncertainty in labor cost planning
• • Operational/supply chain risk: Dispute with lessor National Health Investors, Inc. over Master Lease non-compliance risks losing lease on multiple facilities
• • Competitive market risk: Not-for-profit and governmental competitors benefit from tax-exempt financing and donations, intensifying competition for patients and referrals
• • Financial risk: Increasing self-insurance exposure to professional liability and workers’ compensation claims with potential for liabilities exceeding reserves

Management Discussion & Analysis

• • Revenue $1.52B in 2025, up 16.1% YoY from $1.31B in 2024; net patient revenues $1.47B, up 17.4% ($217.9M)
• • Operating margin 8.4% in 2025 vs 6.9% in 2024; net income margin 8.0% in 2025 vs 7.8% in 2024
• • Best performing: Inpatient Services with $1.32B revenue, $127.8M operating income in 2025; Worst: "All Other" category operating loss of $(29.5)M
• • Cash flow from operations $185.1M in 2025 vs $107.3M in 2024; capital expenditures $33.9M; financing cash used $136.0M (likely for debt repayment/buybacks)
• • Management highlights skilled nursing census growth, White Oak acquisition accretive, labor cost management; risks include ongoing healthcare labor shortages and inflationary pressures

What are the latest NHC SEC filings in 2026?

NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORP (NHC) has filed a 10-K annual report on February 26, 2026, a 10-Q quarterly report on May 7, 2026, an 8-K current report on July 1, 2026 with the SEC. SignalX tracks every new SEC EDGAR filing daily, including 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Form 4 insider transactions, with AI-powered summaries of key sections.

When did NHC file its most recent 10-K annual report?

NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORP (NHC) filed its most recent 10-K annual report on February 26, 2026. The 10-K includes audited financial statements, business overview, risk factors, and management discussion, all available on SignalX with AI-generated summaries and XBRL financial data.

How do I view NHC 10-Q quarterly reports?

NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORP (NHC)'s most recent 10-Q quarterly report was filed on May 7, 2026. SignalX displays every NHC 10-Q with AI-generated summaries of the MD&A (Management Discussion & Analysis) and Risk Factors sections, plus links to the original SEC EDGAR document.

What 8-K current reports has NHC filed recently?

NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORP (NHC)'s most recent 8-K was filed on July 1, 2026. 8-K filings disclose material corporate events such as earnings releases, executive changes, mergers, and other significant developments. SignalX surfaces each 8-K with item-level summaries so you can quickly see what happened.

Where can I find NHC insider trading activity (Form 4)?

SignalX aggregates every NHC Form 4 insider transaction from SEC EDGAR. Form 4 reports show when officers, directors, and 10% shareholders buy or sell company stock, with transaction code, share count, and price per share.

How often does NHC file with the SEC?

NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORP (NHC) files a 10-K annual report once per year (typically within 60 days of fiscal year-end) and 10-Q quarterly reports three times per year. 8-K current reports are filed as needed when material events occur, and Form 4 insider transaction reports are due within two business days of a trade. SignalX monitors SEC EDGAR daily to surface every new NHC filing with AI-powered analysis.

What is the difference between 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K SEC filings?

A 10-K is a comprehensive annual report with audited financials, business overview, and risk factors. A 10-Q is a shorter quarterly report with unaudited financials and management discussion. An 8-K is a current report filed when a material event occurs, such as earnings releases, executive changes, acquisitions, or other significant developments. SignalX provides AI-generated summaries for all three filing types for NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORP (NHC).

What is NHC's SEC CIK number?

NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORP (NHC)'s SEC CIK (Central Index Key) number is 1047335. The CIK is a unique identifier assigned by the SEC to every filing entity. You can use CIK 1047335 to look up all NHC filings on SEC EDGAR, or browse them here on SignalX with AI-powered analysis.

Where can I find NHC return on equity (ROE) and financial data?

SignalX extracts XBRL financial data from NATIONAL HEALTHCARE CORP (NHC) 10-K annual filings, including revenue, net income, gross profit, operating income, EPS, total assets, stockholders' equity, and operating cash flow. Return on equity (ROE) can be derived from net income divided by stockholders' equity. Multi-year financial trends are displayed in the Financial Summary table above.