nursing home in Phelps, KY
Good Shepherd Health and Rehabilitation
60 Phillips Branch Road, Phelps, KY 41553 · (606) 456-8725
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Good Shepherd Health and Rehabilitation at a glance
Good Shepherd Health and Rehabilitation is a 118-bed for-profit nursing home in Phelps, Kentucky (Pike County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Kentucky average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 22, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Kentucky average is 2.8.
Federal regulators fined it 4 times in the past three years, totaling $29,852.
Nursing staff turnover is 39.6% per year (state average 46.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 118
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Plainview Healthcare Partners
- Medicare-certified since
- December 27, 1990
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Pike County
- CMS Certification Number
- 185222
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.42 hrs | 3.95 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.57 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.96 hrs | 2.36 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.41 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 39.6% | 46.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.7% | 41.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 78.8 | 40.4 | 80.6 | Average |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $29,852 | $15,373 | $30,972 | Average |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 4 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 118 | 95 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 87 | 82 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 73.5% | 87.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.6% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.3% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.5% | 16.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.1% | 13.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.6% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.8% | 6.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 17.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 25.6% | 29.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 6.3% | 19% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.9% | 94.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 73% | 83.5% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 69.1% | 84% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 6 citations involved actual harm, including 5 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 22, 2026 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 24, 2026 |
| December 9, 2024 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 23, 2024 |
| September 13, 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 September 19, 2024 |
| September 13, 2024 Standard | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0790 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| September 13, 2024 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 September 19, 2024 |
| November 17, 2023 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 November 18, 2023 |
| November 17, 2023 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 18, 2023 |
| November 17, 2023 Complaint | Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0837 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 18, 2023 |
| November 17, 2023 Complaint | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 18, 2023 |
| November 17, 2023 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 18, 2023 |
| October 31, 2019 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 November 21, 2019 |
| October 31, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2019 |
| October 31, 2019 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 November 20, 2019 |
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 $24,655 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 13, 2024 | Fine | $14,260 |
| November 17, 2023 | Fine | $5,198 |
| November 17, 2023 | Fine | $5,197 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHELPS KY HOLDCO LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/01/2019 |
| HERSKOWITZ, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| HURLEY, ANGELINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/19/2019 |
| RAVI, PALLAKI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2020 |
| HERSKOWITZ, DAVID Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| KASPER, AARON Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| MOSKOWITZ, ISAAC Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/21/2025 |
| HERSKOWITZ, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2019 |
| HURLEY, ANGELINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/19/2019 |
| RAVI, PALLAKI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Good Shepherd Health and Rehabilitation's rating?
Good Shepherd Health and Rehabilitation has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kentucky nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Good Shepherd Health and Rehabilitation receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Kentucky average of 2.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Good Shepherd Health and Rehabilitation 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 Good Shepherd Health and Rehabilitation?
It is for profit - partnership and part of Plainview Healthcare Partners. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Good Shepherd Health and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?
Good Shepherd Health and Rehabilitation is at 60 Phillips Branch Road, Phelps, KY 41553. Phone: (606) 456-8725.
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.