nursing home in Athens, AL
Limestone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
1600 West Hobbs Street, Athens, AL 35611 · (256) 232-3461
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Limestone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC at a glance
Limestone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC is a 170-bed for-profit nursing home in Athens, Alabama (Limestone County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Alabama average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 13, 2020) found 3 health citations. The Alabama average is 3.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 48.3% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 170
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Preston Health Services
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1979
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Limestone County
- CMS Certification Number
- 015024
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.36 hrs | 3.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.40 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.94 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.02 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.3% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.6% | 39.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 23 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $12,315 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 170 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 144 | 98 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.6% | 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) | 2.1% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.5% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.2% | 21.2% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.7% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2% | 1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.2% | 12% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4.8% | 12.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 45.9% | 24.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 7.9% | 12.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.5% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 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) | 3.3% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.4% | 80.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 85.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 13, 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 March 19, 2020 |
| February 13, 2020 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 19, 2020 |
| February 13, 2020 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 19, 2020 |
| March 20, 2019 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 24, 2019 |
| March 20, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 24, 2019 |
| February 15, 2018 Fire safety | Develop a communication plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 7, 2018 |
| February 15, 2018 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 7, 2018 |
| February 15, 2018 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 7, 2018 |
| February 15, 2018 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 March 22, 2018 |
| February 15, 2018 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 22, 2018 |
| February 15, 2018 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 22, 2018 |
| February 15, 2018 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 22, 2018 |
| February 15, 2018 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 22, 2018 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| WALKER, JAMES Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/08/2021 |
| HANSERD, MATTHEW Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| PRESTON HEALTH SERVICES INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| BOWLING, SHERRY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Limestone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC's rating?
Limestone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Alabama nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Limestone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Alabama average of 3.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Limestone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC 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 Limestone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Preston Health Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Limestone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC and how do I contact it?
Limestone Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC is at 1600 West Hobbs Street, Athens, AL 35611. Phone: (256) 232-3461.
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.