nursing home in Birmingham, AL
Pine Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center
200 North Pine Hill Road, Birmingham, AL 35217 · (205) 849-2352
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Pine Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center at a glance
Pine Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center is a 190-bed for-profit nursing home in Birmingham, Alabama (Jefferson 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 (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 7, 2024) found 10 health citations. The Alabama average is 3.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 71.9% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 190
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1968
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Jefferson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 015091
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 3.19 hrs | 3.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.28 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.24 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.63 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 71.9% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 87.5% | 39.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 3 | 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) | 10 | 4 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 33 | 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 | 190 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 161 | 98 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.8% | 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) | 3.1% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 27.2% | 21.2% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.7% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.3% | 12% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.7% | 12.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.1% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| 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) | 20.8% | 24.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.7% | 12.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 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) | 1.8% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 64.4% | 80.3% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.4% | 85.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Complaint | 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 11, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 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 11, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 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 11, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 7, 2024 Standard | 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 April 11, 2024 |
| May 19, 2021 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 20, 2021 |
| May 19, 2021 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2021 |
| February 14, 2019 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 17, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 17, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 17, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Standard | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 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 18, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Pine Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center's rating?
Pine Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center 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 Pine Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 10 citations, compared with a Alabama average of 3.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Pine Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center 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 Pine Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Pine Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center and how do I contact it?
Pine Hill Rehabilitation and Wellness Center is at 200 North Pine Hill Road, Birmingham, AL 35217. Phone: (205) 849-2352.
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.