nursing home in Linden, AL
Marengo Nursing Home
608 North Main Street, Linden, AL 36748 · (334) 295-8631
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Marengo Nursing Home at a glance
Marengo Nursing Home is a 78-bed non-profit nursing home in Linden, Alabama (Marengo County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Alabama average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.1 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 (January 6, 2022) found 1 health citation. The Alabama average is 3.9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 78
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 8, 1971
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Marengo County
- CMS Certification Number
- 015330
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.07 hrs | 3.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.60 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.61 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.68 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | 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) | 1 | 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 | 78 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 64 | 98 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 82.4% | 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% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 12% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15.3% | 21.2% | 15.4% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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) | 12.4% | 12% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.6% | 12.1% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.5% | 1.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 40% | 24.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 3.5% | 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) | 75.1% | 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) | 3.7% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 62.7% | 85.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 6, 2022 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 16, 2022 |
| January 6, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 10, 2022 |
| May 8, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 12, 2019 |
| May 8, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 12, 2019 |
| May 8, 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 June 12, 2019 |
| May 8, 2019 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 12, 2019 |
| May 8, 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 June 12, 2019 |
| May 8, 2019 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 12, 2019 |
| May 8, 2019 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 12, 2019 |
| May 8, 2019 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 12, 2019 |
| May 8, 2019 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 12, 2019 |
| April 5, 2018 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2018 |
| April 5, 2018 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2018 |
| April 5, 2018 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2018 |
| April 5, 2018 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0922 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLASS, ALISON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2004 |
| HILDRETH, BARBARA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2014 |
| YEAGER, JOYCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2014 |
| LINDEN HOSPITAL BOARD Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2014 |
| GLASS, ALISON Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2004 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Marengo Nursing Home's rating?
Marengo Nursing Home has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Alabama nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Marengo Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Alabama average of 3.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Marengo Nursing Home 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 Marengo Nursing Home?
It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Marengo Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Marengo Nursing Home is at 608 North Main Street, Linden, AL 36748. Phone: (334) 295-8631.
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.