NHC Welcomes David A. Johnson as Vice President of Homecare

National HealthCare Corporation (NYSE American: NHC) is pleased to announce and welcome David A. Johnson as Vice President of Homecare.

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Mr. Johnson brings with him over 14 years of experience in healthcare that includes oversite of various post-acute operations. He comes to the company most recently from Texas Home Health where he served as Senior Vice President and General Manager.

Mike Ussery, President of NHC commented, "We are excited to welcome David to our NHC team. The knowledge he brings and his proven leadership in the post-acute industry will allow us to continue to enhance our homecare operations and service to our patients.”

Johnson holds a B.S. from the United States Naval Academy and an M.B.A. from Boston College Carroll School of Management.

About NHC

NHC affiliates operate for themselves and third parties 76 skilled nursing centers with 9,629 beds. NHC affiliates also operate 36 homecare programs, five independent living centers and 24 assisted living communities. NHC’s other services include Alzheimer’s units, long-term care pharmacies, hospice, a rehabilitation services company, and providing management and accounting services to third parties. Other information about the company can be found on our web site at www.nhccare.com.

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