nursing home in Cordova, AL
Cordova Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
70 Highland Street West, Cordova, AL 35550 · (205) 483-9282
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Cordova Health and Rehabilitation, LLC at a glance
Cordova Health and Rehabilitation, LLC is a 114-bed for-profit nursing home in Cordova, Alabama (Walker County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Alabama average of 3.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 20, 2024) found 9 health citations. The Alabama average is 3.9.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $76,242.
Nursing staff turnover is 57.4% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 114
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Nhs Management
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 1971
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Walker County
- CMS Certification Number
- 015115
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) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 4.05 hrs | 3.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.54 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.92 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.03 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 57.4% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.2% | 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) | 9 | 4 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 9 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 152.5 | 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) | $76,242 | $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 | 114 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 107 | 98 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.2% | 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) | 1.3% | 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) | 16.1% | 21.2% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.2% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.1% | 12% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.7% | 12.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 14.7% | 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) | 25.4% | 24.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 7.7% | 12.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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) | 1.6% | 2% | 1.6% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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 13 health deficiencies and 22 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 25, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 25, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 25, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 25, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0232 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 25, 2024 |
| November 20, 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 December 25, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Have horizontal exits used in accordance with safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0226 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 25, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 25, 2024 |
| November 20, 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 December 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected December 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Complaint | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 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 December 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Complaint | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Complaint | 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 December 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 21, 2024 |
| October 3, 2019 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 13, 2019 |
| October 3, 2019 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 14, 2019 |
| October 3, 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 November 13, 2019 |
| October 3, 2019 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2019 |
| October 3, 2019 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2019 |
| October 3, 2019 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2019 |
| October 3, 2019 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2019 |
| October 3, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 6, 2019 |
| September 6, 2018 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 17, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 17, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 17, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 17, 2018 |
| September 6, 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 October 11, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 11, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 11, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $76,242 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 20, 2024 | Payment Denial | 4 days from December 21, 2024 |
| November 20, 2024 | Fine | $76,242 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTH-CARE MEDICAL FACILITIES, INC. Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 08/31/2017 |
| ESTES, JAMES Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 08/31/2017 |
| REGIONS BANK Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2017 |
| REGIONS BANK Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2017 |
| SOUTH-CARE MEDICAL FACILITIES, INC. Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2003 |
| COX, TAMMY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/23/2023 |
| RASCO, LYNN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| ESTES, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2002 |
| LONG, PHILLIP Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| WARD, SONNY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/10/2024 |
| COX, TAMMY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/23/2023 |
| RAINES, STEPHEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/12/2018 |
| RASCO, LYNN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| WARD, SONNY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/10/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cordova Health and Rehabilitation, LLC's rating?
Cordova Health and Rehabilitation, LLC 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 Cordova Health and Rehabilitation, LLC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Alabama average of 3.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Cordova Health and Rehabilitation, 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 Cordova Health and Rehabilitation, LLC?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Nhs Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Cordova Health and Rehabilitation, LLC and how do I contact it?
Cordova Health and Rehabilitation, LLC is at 70 Highland Street West, Cordova, AL 35550. Phone: (205) 483-9282.
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.