nursing home in Little Rock, AR
The Springs of Barrow
2600 John Barrow Road, Little Rock, AR 72204 · (501) 224-4173
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Springs of Barrow at a glance
The Springs of Barrow is a 139-bed for-profit nursing home in Little Rock, Arkansas (Pulaski County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Arkansas average of 3.4.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 5, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Arkansas average is 2.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 74.8% per year (state average 49.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 139
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Springs Arkansas
- Medicare-certified since
- July 25, 2010
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Pulaski County
- CMS Certification Number
- 045432
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.06 hrs | 4.02 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.33 hrs | 0.41 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.84 hrs | 2.67 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.49 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 74.8% | 49.5% | 45.8% | 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) | 20 | 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) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $9,209 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 139 | 109 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 89 | 77 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 63.9% | 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) | 2.7% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.1% | 4.2% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15.8% | 10.9% | 15.4% | Average |
| 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) | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.7% | 9.5% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4% | 10.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 12.6% | 4.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| 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) | 10.1% | 21.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 10.7% | 13.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94% | 96.1% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.8% | 95.1% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Arkansas avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3.4% | 1.3% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 83.6% | 77.7% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.6% | 82% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2026 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 26, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 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 26, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 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 March 26, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 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 March 26, 2026 |
| January 8, 2025 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 8, 2025 |
| January 8, 2025 Complaint | 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 February 8, 2025 |
| January 8, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 8, 2025 |
| January 8, 2025 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 February 8, 2025 |
| September 12, 2024 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 9, 2024 |
| September 12, 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 October 12, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 12, 2024 |
| September 12, 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 October 12, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 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 12, 2024 |
| November 3, 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 December 3, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 3, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 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 December 3, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 3, 2023 |
| November 3, 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 December 3, 2023 |
| November 3, 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 December 3, 2023 |
| November 3, 2023 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 3, 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.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARROW REALTY HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| BLUE RIVER HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/24/2025 |
| GUTMAN, ISAAC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| HERZBERG, CHAIM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| HOFFMAN, ALEXANDER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| TAUB, JACOB Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| THESSING, JEFFREY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| VALLERY, TYLER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/21/2023 |
| BLUE RIVER HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| THESSING, JEFFREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| VALLERY, TYLER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/21/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Springs of Barrow's rating?
The Springs of Barrow has 4 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 Springs of Barrow 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 Springs of Barrow 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 Springs of Barrow?
It is for profit - corporation and part of The Springs Arkansas. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Springs of Barrow and how do I contact it?
The Springs of Barrow is at 2600 John Barrow Road, Little Rock, AR 72204. Phone: (501) 224-4173.
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.