nursing home in Elmore, AL
Merry Wood Lodge
280 Mt Hebron Road, Elmore, AL 36025 · (334) 567-8484
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Special Focus candidate
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Merry Wood Lodge at a glance
Merry Wood Lodge is a 124-bed for-profit nursing home in Elmore, Alabama (Elmore County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Alabama average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 1, 2024) found 8 health citations. The Alabama average is 3.9.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $182,968.
Nursing staff turnover is 51.9% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 124
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Genesis Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1974
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Elmore County
- CMS Certification Number
- 015019
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.24 hrs | 3.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.78 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.91 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.89 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 51.9% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.2% | 39.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 8 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 640 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $182,968 | $12,315 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 124 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 99 | 98 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 79.5% | 83.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.4% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.8% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.9% | 21.2% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.3% | 12% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.2% | 12.1% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.2% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 6.8% | 1.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 16.4% | 24.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.3% | 12.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 92.2% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 6.3% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 87.8% | 80.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.3% | 85.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 6 citations involved actual harm, including 5 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 17, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0361 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Complaint | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Complaint | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Complaint | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 Complaint | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2024 |
| March 3, 2020 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2020 |
| March 3, 2020 Fire safety | Provide rooms that can be unlocked from inside without a key. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0221 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2020 |
| March 3, 2020 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 1, 2020 |
| March 3, 2020 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2020 |
| March 3, 2020 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2020 |
| March 3, 2020 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2020 |
| March 3, 2020 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 1, 2020 |
| March 3, 2020 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 1, 2020 |
| December 13, 2018 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 17, 2019 |
| December 13, 2018 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2019 |
| December 13, 2018 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 17, 2019 |
| December 13, 2018 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2019 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $182,968 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 1, 2024 | Payment Denial | 42 days from October 1, 2024 |
| September 1, 2024 | Fine | $182,968 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| GENESIS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 02/02/2015 |
| FC-GEN OPERATIONS INVESTMENT LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GENESIS HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GEN OPERATIONS II LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| GEN OPERATIONS I LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| SUN HEALTHCARE GROUP INC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| WHITMAN, ARNOLD Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 02/02/2015 |
| BOLEN, JOEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2024 |
| HUFFMAN, LARRY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2024 |
| BOLEN, JOEL Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| BERG, MICHAEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/02/2015 |
| BRIDGEFORD, LAURA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| MENDELSON, AVI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| BERG, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/02/2015 |
| HUFFMAN, LARRY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Merry Wood Lodge's rating?
Merry Wood Lodge has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Alabama nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Merry Wood Lodge receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Alabama average of 3.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Merry Wood Lodge accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Merry Wood Lodge?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Genesis Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Merry Wood Lodge and how do I contact it?
Merry Wood Lodge is at 280 Mt Hebron Road, Elmore, AL 36025. Phone: (334) 567-8484.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.