nursing home in Ozark, AR

Ozark Nursing and Rehab

600 North 12th Street, Ozark, AR 72949 · (479) 667-4791

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★4
  • Quality measures★★★★★5
  • CMS high performer

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Ozark Nursing and Rehab at a glance

Ozark Nursing and Rehab is a 135-bed for-profit nursing home in Ozark, Arkansas (Franklin 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 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (February 20, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Arkansas average is 2.7.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 29.9% per year (state average 49.5%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
135
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Southern Administrative Services
Medicare-certified since
August 22, 2003
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Franklin County
CMS Certification Number
045386

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityArkansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.4 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.2 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.2 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.7 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.2 / 53.8 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.69 hrsArkansas average4.02 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Arkansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityArkansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.69 hrs4.02 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.39 hrs0.41 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.52 hrs2.67 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.20 hrs3.45 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)29.9%49.5%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)33.3%44.8%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility1Arkansas average3U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Arkansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityArkansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)139Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)013Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)1639.880.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Arkansas average0U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Arkansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityArkansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)001Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$9,209$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityArkansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds135109107
Average residents per day857786
Occupancy62.9%71.1%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.7%Arkansas average3.9%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Arkansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityArkansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)2.7%3.9%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)0%4.2%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)6.5%10.9%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.3%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)8.5%9.5%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)6.2%10.1%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)2.6%4.3%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)2.3%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)20.9%21.7%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)10.6%13.5%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)78.8%96.1%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%95.1%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0%Arkansas average1.3%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Arkansas and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityArkansas 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)19.2%77.7%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.9%82%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
February 20, 2026
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 17, 2026
February 20, 2026
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 17, 2026
February 20, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 17, 2026
February 20, 2026
Fire safety
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 17, 2026
February 20, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected March 12, 2026
February 20, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 19, 2026
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 11, 2024
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 11, 2024
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 11, 2024
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected September 11, 2024
August 15, 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 September 14, 2024
June 23, 2023
Fire safety
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected August 17, 2023
June 23, 2023
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 July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
Standard
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
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 July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
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 July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
Standard
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
Standard
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 July 23, 2023
June 23, 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 July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 23, 2023
June 23, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected June 23, 2023

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.

NameRoleShareSince
4P2T1 OPS HOLDING LP
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%01/14/2022
JEJ ASSETS LP
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—06/14/2022
PONTHIE, SHARLOT
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—06/14/2022
ALEXARK1 LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/14/2022
JEJ MANAGEMENT, LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/14/2022
MILES, ASHLEY
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE08/15/2022

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ozark Nursing and Rehab's rating?

Ozark Nursing and Rehab 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 Ozark Nursing and Rehab receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Arkansas average of 2.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Ozark Nursing and Rehab 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 Ozark Nursing and Rehab?

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 Ozark Nursing and Rehab and how do I contact it?

Ozark Nursing and Rehab is at 600 North 12th Street, Ozark, AR 72949. Phone: (479) 667-4791.

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.