nursing home in Little Rock, AR

Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, INC

516 So Rodney Parham Rd, Little Rock, AR 72205 · (501) 224-9000

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • 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

Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, INC at a glance

Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, INC is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Little Rock, Arkansas (Pulaski County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Arkansas average of 3.4.

Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.2 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (May 15, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Arkansas average is 2.7.

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

Nursing staff turnover is 38.9% per year (state average 49.5%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
120
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Central Arkansas Nursing Centers
Medicare-certified since
September 18, 2003
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Pulaski County
CMS Certification Number
045387

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityArkansas avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.4 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.2 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.2 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.7 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.2 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)2 / 53.2 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.87 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)3.87 hrs4.02 hrs3.86 hrsAverage
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.16 hrs0.41 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.63 hrs2.67 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.47 hrs3.45 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)38.9%49.5%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)66.7%44.8%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility3Arkansas 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)339Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)013Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)3239.880.6Better

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 beds120109107
Average residents per day1037786
Occupancy85.4%71.1%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.5%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)2.5%3.9%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)1.1%4.2%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)5.6%10.9%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%1.2%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.7%0.6%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)8.7%9.5%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)6.8%10.1%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)0%4.3%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0%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)14.8%21.7%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)3.1%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)99.6%95.1%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility1.1%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)1.1%1.3%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)99.1%77.7%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98%82%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
May 15, 2025
Standard
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 14, 2025
May 15, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2025
May 15, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2025
May 15, 2025
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2025
March 7, 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 March 14, 2024
March 7, 2024
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 9, 2024
March 7, 2024
Standard
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 11, 2024
March 7, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 8, 2024
March 7, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 8, 2024
March 7, 2024
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 29, 2024
March 7, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 14, 2024
March 7, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 11, 2024
March 7, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 8, 2024
February 15, 2024
Complaint
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 March 11, 2024
December 9, 2022
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 January 9, 2023
December 9, 2022
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 January 9, 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
CENTRAL ARKANSAS NURSING CENTERS INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
MORTON, MICHAEL
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/12/2024
NURSING CONSULTANTS INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
ROBBINS, JOAN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/20/2024
SHAH, BUSHRA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/10/2024
STITES AND MORTON, INC .
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/12/2024
MORTON, MICHAEL
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE10/24/2005
MORTON, MICHAEL
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE10/24/2005
SAMS, JERRY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE12/12/2014
ROBBINS, JOAN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/10/2024

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Frequently asked questions

What is Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, INC's rating?

Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, INC has 3 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 Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, INC receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Arkansas average of 2.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, INC 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 Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, INC?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Central Arkansas Nursing Centers. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, INC and how do I contact it?

Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, INC is at 516 So Rodney Parham Rd, Little Rock, AR 72205. Phone: (501) 224-9000.

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.