nursing home in Huntsville, AL
Brookshire Healthcare Center
4320 Judith Lane, Huntsville, AL 35805 · (256) 837-1730
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Brookshire Healthcare Center at a glance
Brookshire Healthcare Center is a 129-bed for-profit nursing home in Huntsville, Alabama (Madison County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Alabama average of 3.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 17, 2022) found 5 health citations. The Alabama average is 3.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 52.1% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 129
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Venza Care Management
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1975
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Madison County
- CMS Certification Number
- 015127
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) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 3.98 hrs | 3.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.92 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.56 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.26 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.1% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37% | 39.5% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 5 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 17 | 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 | 129 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 118 | 98 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.2% | 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) | 3.5% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.6% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 31.8% | 21.2% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 18.3% | 12% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15.8% | 12.1% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.3% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.4% | 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) | 12.2% | 24.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.7% | 12.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 83.8% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.2% | 92.2% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.7% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 68.5% | 80.3% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.1% | 85.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 4, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 4, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 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 April 4, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 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 19, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 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 April 19, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2022 |
| May 21, 2019 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 10, 2019 |
| May 21, 2019 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2019 |
| May 21, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 30, 2019 |
| May 21, 2019 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 June 22, 2019 |
| May 21, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 22, 2019 |
| May 24, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2018 |
| May 24, 2018 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 30, 2018 |
| May 24, 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 June 23, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AOP SNF OPERATIONS HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/01/2023 |
| CH AOP HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 48% | 03/01/2023 |
| MS AOP HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 23% | 03/01/2023 |
| SS AOP HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 23% | 03/01/2023 |
| CODY, BRENDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2025 |
| MELB OPCO MANAGER LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2025 |
| VERTEX FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2025 |
| WAGNER, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| GOODMAN, MENUCHA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| STRAUSS, SUSAN Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2025 |
| GOODMAN, MENUCHA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| AOP OPCO MANAGER LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| CODY, BRENDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2025 |
| GOODMAN, MENUCHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| MELB OPCO MANAGER LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| VERTEX FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| WAGNER, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Brookshire Healthcare Center's rating?
Brookshire Healthcare Center 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 Brookshire Healthcare Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Alabama average of 3.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Brookshire Healthcare 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 Brookshire Healthcare Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Venza Care Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Brookshire Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?
Brookshire Healthcare Center is at 4320 Judith Lane, Huntsville, AL 35805. Phone: (256) 837-1730.
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.