nursing home in Dermott, AR
Dermott City Nursing Home
702 West Gaines St, Dermott, AR 71638 · (870) 538-3241
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★1
- Special Focus candidate
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Dermott City Nursing Home at a glance
Dermott City Nursing Home is a 70-bed government nursing home in Dermott, Arkansas (Chicot County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Arkansas average of 3.4.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 27, 2025) found 9 health citations. The Arkansas average is 2.7.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $48,527.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - City
- Beds
- 70
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 1, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Chicot County
- CMS Certification Number
- 045172
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 3 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 5 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 186.5 | 39.8 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $48,527 | $9,209 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 70 | 109 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 50 | 77 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 71.9% | 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) | 5.8% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 11.3% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.7% | 10.9% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 17.6% | 9.5% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.6% | 10.1% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.2% | 4.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.6% | 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) | 17.3% | 21.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.8% | 13.5% | 19% | Better |
| 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) | 97.9% | 95.1% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 67.9% | 82% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 29 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2026 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 July 7, 2026 |
| July 8, 2026 Complaint | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 6, 2026 |
| December 23, 2025 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 January 22, 2026 |
| December 23, 2025 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 22, 2026 |
| December 23, 2025 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 January 22, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 3, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 3, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 18, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 12, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Fire safety | Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0344 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 25, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 4, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 29, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 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 February 27, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 27, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Standard | Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0917 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2025 |
| October 23, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2024 |
| October 23, 2024 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 9, 2025 |
| January 5, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 2024 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 2024 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 2024 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 February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 2024 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 2024 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 February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 2024 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| January 5, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 4, 2024 |
| October 13, 2022 Standard | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 12, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 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 November 12, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 12, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 12, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 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 November 12, 2022 |
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 $48,527 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2026 | Fine | $24,662 |
| December 23, 2025 | Fine | $14,901 |
| October 23, 2024 | Fine | $8,964 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENKINS, ROSIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2025 |
| RUSSELL, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2017 |
| CARBAGE, RALPH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2022 |
| DILLARD, BETTYE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2022 |
| JENKINS, ROSIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| BOATMAN, BARBARA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| CARBAGE, RALPH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2022 |
| MARTIN, NAOMI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2021 |
| RUSSELL, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2017 |
| SMITH, BARBARA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/20/2024 |
| DERMOTT CITY NURSING HOME Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| JENKINS, ROSIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/29/2025 |
| MARTIN, NAOMI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2017 |
| RUSSELL, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/06/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Dermott City Nursing Home's rating?
Dermott City Nursing Home has 1 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 Dermott City Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Arkansas average of 2.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Dermott City 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 Dermott City Nursing Home?
It is government - city. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Dermott City Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Dermott City Nursing Home is at 702 West Gaines St, Dermott, AR 71638. Phone: (870) 538-3241.
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.