nursing home in Gadsden, AL
Northside Health Care
700 Hutchins Avenue, Gadsden, AL 35901 · (256) 543-7101
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
Northside Health Care at a glance
Northside Health Care is a 115-bed for-profit nursing home in Gadsden, Alabama (Etowah County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Alabama average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 17, 2019) found 2 health citations. The Alabama average is 3.9.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $221,520.
Nursing staff turnover is 56% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 115
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Venza Care Management
- Medicare-certified since
- August 21, 1978
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Etowah County
- CMS Certification Number
- 015223
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) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.73 hrs | 3.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.67 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.39 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.19 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 56% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 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) | 2 | 4 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 22 | 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) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $221,520 | $12,315 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 115 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 106 | 98 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 91.8% | 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) | 3.6% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.6% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 28% | 21.2% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 13% | 12% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5% | 12.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.3% | 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) | 23.4% | 24.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 11.2% | 12.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.4% | 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) | 1.3% | 2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95% | 80.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 81.6% | 85.3% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 17, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 22, 2019 |
| October 17, 2019 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 November 22, 2019 |
| October 17, 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 22, 2019 |
| October 17, 2019 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2019 |
| October 17, 2019 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 November 21, 2019 |
| October 17, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2019 |
| September 6, 2018 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 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 September 29, 2018 |
| September 6, 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 September 29, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2018 |
| September 6, 2018 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2018 |
| August 17, 2017 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2017 |
| August 17, 2017 Standard | Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0371 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 7, 2017 |
| August 17, 2017 Standard | Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0493 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 7, 2017 |
| August 17, 2017 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to prevent avoidable accidents. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0323 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 7, 2017 |
| August 17, 2017 Standard | Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0282 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2017 |
| August 17, 2017 Standard | Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0280 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2017 |
| August 17, 2017 Standard | Develop 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 F0279 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 7, 2017 |
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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $221,520 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 26, 2025 | Fine | $221,520 |
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 |
| MELB OPCO MANAGER LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2025 |
| TAYLOR, TINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2023 |
| VERTEX FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2025 |
| WIMBERLY, LEE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/2025 |
| 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 |
| GOODMAN, MENUCHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| MELB OPCO MANAGER LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| TAYLOR, TINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/18/2023 |
| VERTEX FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| WIMBERLY, LEE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Northside Health Care's rating?
Northside Health Care 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 Northside Health Care 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 Northside Health Care 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 Northside Health Care?
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 Northside Health Care and how do I contact it?
Northside Health Care is at 700 Hutchins Avenue, Gadsden, AL 35901. Phone: (256) 543-7101.
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.