nursing home in Huntsville, AL
Regency Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
2061 Poole Drive, NW, Huntsville, AL 35810 · (256) 852-9290
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Regency Health Care and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Regency Health Care and Rehabilitation Center is a 90-bed for-profit nursing home in Huntsville, Alabama (Madison County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Alabama average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 21, 2024) found 14 health citations. The Alabama average is 3.9.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $16,801.
Nursing staff turnover is 62.7% per year (state average 46.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 90
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 1, 1980
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Madison County
- CMS Certification Number
- 015372
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) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.3 / 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) | 4.30 hrs | 3.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.66 hrs | 0.65 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| 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) | 3.38 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 62.7% | 46.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 73.3% | 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) | 14 | 4 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 14 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 144.8 | 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) | 2 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $16,801 | $12,315 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Alabama avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 90 | 118 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 84 | 98 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93% | 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) | 0.5% | 3.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| 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) | 13.5% | 21.2% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.4% | 1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.1% | 12% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 14.8% | 12.1% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.2% | 5.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| 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% | 0.6% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 32.6% | 24.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 27.6% | 12.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 73.5% | 94.8% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 6.1% | 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) | 2% | 2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 49% | 80.3% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 21.5% | 85.3% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 18 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 21, 2024 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 September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 Complaint | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 Complaint | 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 September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 Complaint | 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 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 Complaint | 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 September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 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 September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 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 September 24, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 24, 2024 |
| August 29, 2019 Fire safety | Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0232 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 20, 2019 |
| August 29, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 23, 2019 |
| August 29, 2019 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2019 |
| August 29, 2019 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 15, 2019 |
| August 29, 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 September 27, 2019 |
| August 23, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 27, 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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $16,801 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 21, 2024 | Payment Denial | 4 days from September 20, 2024 |
| August 21, 2024 | Fine | $10,301 |
| August 21, 2024 | Fine | $6,500 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOWE, DONAVON Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 05/27/2006 |
| HUNTSVILLE SENIOR SERVICES LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 05/27/2006 |
| SABIR INVESTMENTS, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 05/01/2018 |
| HILL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/14/2024 |
| HOWE, DONAVON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/27/2006 |
| NESMITH, VICKI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| NKEA, EVELINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2024 |
| SABIR INVESTMENTS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2018 |
| VOLLMER, DONALD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/14/2022 |
| NESMITH, VICKI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/24/2024 |
| NKEA, EVELINE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/03/2024 |
| VOLLMER, DONALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/14/2022 |
| HUNTSVILLE SENIOR SERVICES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/27/2006 |
| NESMITH, VICKI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| NKEA, EVELINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/12/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Regency Health Care and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Regency Health Care and Rehabilitation 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 Regency Health Care and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 14 citations, compared with a Alabama average of 3.9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Regency Health Care and Rehabilitation 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 Regency Health Care and Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Regency Health Care and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Regency Health Care and Rehabilitation Center is at 2061 Poole Drive, NW, Huntsville, AL 35810. Phone: (256) 852-9290.
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.