nursing home in Birmingham, AL
Arlington Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
1020 Tuscaloosa Avenue, SW, Birmingham, AL 35211 · (205) 788-6330
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Arlington Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center at a glance
Arlington Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is a 117-bed for-profit nursing home in Birmingham, Alabama (Jefferson County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Alabama average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 1, 2021) found 2 health citations. The Alabama average is 3.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.4% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 117
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Ball Healthcare Services
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Jefferson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 015153
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 2 / 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) | 3.35 hrs | 3.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.46 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.15 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.95 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.4% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.4% | 39.5% | 42.9% | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 10 | 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 | 117 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 108 | 98 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.6% | 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) | 3.2% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 12% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 22.2% | 21.2% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.7% | 1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.8% | 12% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.1% | 12.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 10.8% | 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) | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 14.7% | 24.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 11% | 12.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 39.2% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 29.9% | 92.2% | 93.6% | Worse |
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) | 53.7% | 80.3% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 71.3% | 85.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 11 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 22, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| April 1, 2021 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2021 |
| April 1, 2021 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 May 5, 2021 |
| March 21, 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 April 19, 2019 |
| March 21, 2019 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2019 |
| March 21, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2019 |
| March 15, 2018 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 April 25, 2018 |
| March 15, 2018 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 19, 2018 |
| March 15, 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 April 19, 2018 |
| March 15, 2018 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2018 |
| March 15, 2018 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2018 |
| March 15, 2018 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BALL, CLARENCE Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2003 |
| ALMONTE SENCION, MARCOS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| BALL HEALTHCARE - MOUNTAINVIEW, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2003 |
| BALL HEALTHCARE SERVICE, INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/11/2025 |
| HALL, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2014 |
| UPSHAW, BRANDON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/14/2025 |
| BALL, CLARENCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/11/2003 |
| HALL, MATTHEW Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2014 |
| ALMONTE SENCION, MARCOS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| HOLLIS, VERLISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2024 |
| UPSHAW, BRANDON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Arlington Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center's rating?
Arlington Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Alabama nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Arlington Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Alabama average of 3.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Arlington Rehabilitation & 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 Arlington Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Ball Healthcare Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Arlington Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?
Arlington Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is at 1020 Tuscaloosa Avenue, SW, Birmingham, AL 35211. Phone: (205) 788-6330.
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.