nursing home in Decatur, AL
Decatur Health & Rehab Center
2326 Morgan Avenue Southwest, Decatur, AL 35603 · (256) 340-5765
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Decatur Health & Rehab Center at a glance
Decatur Health & Rehab Center is a 119-bed for-profit nursing home in Decatur, Alabama (Morgan 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 (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 3, 2025) found 11 health citations. The Alabama average is 3.9.
Federal regulators fined it 4 times in the past three years, totaling $25,367.
Nursing staff turnover is 61.8% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 119
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Venza Care Management
- Medicare-certified since
- December 1, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Morgan County
- CMS Certification Number
- 015206
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) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.97 hrs | 3.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.58 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.57 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.39 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 61.8% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 75% | 39.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 11 | 4 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 11 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 192.3 | 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) | 4 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $25,367 | $12,315 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 119 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 111 | 98 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.2% | 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) | 2% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.3% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 26.9% | 21.2% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.5% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.3% | 12% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 3.7% | 12.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.5% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.8% | 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) | 23.7% | 24.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 20.8% | 12.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.1% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 89.7% | 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) | 2.3% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.1% | 80.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.3% | 85.3% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 4 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 3, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 3, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 3, 2025 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 3, 2025 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 3, 2025 Complaint | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 3, 2025 Complaint | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 3, 2025 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 March 4, 2025 |
| February 3, 2025 Complaint | Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0635 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 3, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| February 3, 2025 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 March 4, 2025 |
| February 3, 2025 Complaint | 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 March 4, 2025 |
| February 3, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| May 17, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2023 |
| May 15, 2021 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 16, 2021 |
| May 15, 2021 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 16, 2021 |
| May 15, 2021 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 June 16, 2021 |
| May 15, 2021 Standard | 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 June 16, 2021 |
| February 27, 2020 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 13, 2020 |
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 $13,803 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 3, 2025 | Fine | $5,782 |
| May 17, 2024 | Fine | $8,021 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| WELLTOWER OP, LLC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2026 |
| BANKWELL BANK Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2026 |
| CHUBB, LISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2026 |
| MADISON, ADAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/12/2026 |
| RATLEY, AIDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| VENZA CARE ADMIN SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2026 |
| VENZA CARE CLINICAL CONSULTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/04/2026 |
| VERTEX FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/25/2025 |
| WAGNER, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/24/2023 |
| WELLTOWER OP, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/13/2026 |
| GOODMAN, MENUCHA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| AL SNF ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2026 |
| AL SNF ASSOCIATES TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2026 |
| AL SNF HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2026 |
| AL SNF HOLDINGS TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2026 |
| CW ALABAMA HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2026 |
| M MELB OPCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| MS ALABAMA HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/24/2023 |
| S MELB OPCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| SS ALABAMA HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/24/2023 |
| HERZKA, YISROEL Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/20/2026 |
| STRAUSS, SUSAN Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2026 |
| GOODMAN, MENUCHA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| MADISON, ADAM Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2025 |
| RATLEY, AIDA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| ALABAMA OPCO MANAGER LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/24/2023 |
| GOODMAN, MENUCHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| MADISON, ADAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/12/2026 |
| MELB OPCO MANAGER LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| VENZA CARE ADMIN SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/31/2025 |
| VENZA CARE CLINICAL CONSULTING LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| VERTEX FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| WAGNER, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/24/2023 |
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- Special Focus candidate
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★★★★★3AverageMadison Manor Nursing Home
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Frequently asked questions
What is Decatur Health & Rehab Center's rating?
Decatur Health & Rehab 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 Decatur Health & Rehab Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Alabama average of 3.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Decatur Health & Rehab 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 Decatur Health & Rehab 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 Decatur Health & Rehab Center and how do I contact it?
Decatur Health & Rehab Center is at 2326 Morgan Avenue Southwest, Decatur, AL 35603. Phone: (256) 340-5765.
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.