nursing home in Walnut Ridge, AR
The Green House Cottages of Walnut Ridge
1500 West Main Street, Walnut Ridge, AR 72476 · (870) 886-9022
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Green House Cottages of Walnut Ridge at a glance
The Green House Cottages of Walnut Ridge is a 119-bed for-profit nursing home in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas (Lawrence County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Arkansas average of 3.4.
Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 14, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Arkansas average is 2.7.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,193.
Nursing staff turnover is 47.1% per year (state average 49.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 119
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Southern Administrative Services
- Medicare-certified since
- April 15, 1990
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lawrence County
- CMS Certification Number
- 045151
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.34 hrs | 4.02 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.35 hrs | 0.41 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.13 hrs | 2.67 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.00 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 47.1% | 49.5% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 44.8% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 8 | 39.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas 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) | $8,193 | $9,209 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 119 | 109 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 96 | 77 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 80.3% | 71.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.9% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.1% | 10.9% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.3% | 9.5% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7% | 10.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.5% | 4.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 4.5% | 1.4% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 33.2% | 21.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25% | 13.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.1% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 84.1% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.8% | 82% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 3, 2026 |
| May 14, 2026 Standard | 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 June 3, 2026 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| December 21, 2023 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected January 12, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 12, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 12, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 12, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 12, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 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 January 12, 2024 |
| December 21, 2023 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 12, 2024 |
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 $8,193 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 21, 2023 | Fine | $8,193 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4P2T1 OPS HOLDING LP Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| ALEXARK1 LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/01/2019 |
| JEJ ASSETS LP Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/01/2022 |
| PONTHIE, SHARLOT Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/01/2022 |
| PONTHIE, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| ALEXARK1 LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| JEJ MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| EDDINGER, EATHAN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/05/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Green House Cottages of Walnut Ridge's rating?
The Green House Cottages of Walnut Ridge has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Arkansas nursing homes is 3.4 stars.
How many inspection citations did The Green House Cottages of Walnut Ridge receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Arkansas average of 2.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Green House Cottages of Walnut Ridge 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 The Green House Cottages of Walnut Ridge?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Southern Administrative Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Green House Cottages of Walnut Ridge and how do I contact it?
The Green House Cottages of Walnut Ridge is at 1500 West Main Street, Walnut Ridge, AR 72476. Phone: (870) 886-9022.
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.