nursing home in Bowling Green, KY
Christian Health Center
1800 Westen Avenue, Bowling Green, KY 42104 · (270) 796-6643
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Christian Health Center at a glance
Christian Health Center is a 39-bed non-profit nursing home in Bowling Green, Kentucky (Warren County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Kentucky average of 3.
Residents receive about 4.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 15, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Kentucky average is 2.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 59.5% per year (state average 46.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 39
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- January 19, 1996
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Warren County
- CMS Certification Number
- 185419
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.76 hrs | 3.95 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.53 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.12 hrs | 2.36 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.30 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 59.5% | 46.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 41.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky 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) | 2 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 40.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $15,373 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 39 | 95 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 44 | 82 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 100% | 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) | 1.8% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.9% | 16.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2.7% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 2.1% | 13.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.4% | 6.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| 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) | 36.5% | 29.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 5.1% | 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) | 85.3% | 94.3% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.9% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 75.7% | 83.5% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 43.7% | 84% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 3 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 15, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel. Electrical Deficiencies · Tag K0901 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2026 |
| January 15, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2026 |
| January 15, 2026 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2026 |
| January 15, 2026 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2026 |
| January 15, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 28, 2026 |
| January 15, 2026 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 24, 2026 |
| January 15, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 28, 2026 |
| January 15, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 13, 2026 |
| January 15, 2026 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 February 13, 2026 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0133 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Develop a communication plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 28, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 19, 2024 |
| August 23, 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 September 28, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN CARE COMMUNITIES, INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/19/1996 |
| MINNICH, CHRIS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/29/2025 |
| SPALDING, MARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2016 |
| WOODS, JAMIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| BELL, JILL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| CALLOWAY, NICOLE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/29/2022 |
| HUGHES, JENNIFER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| STANLEY, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2022 |
| SPALDING, MARY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2016 |
| WOODS, JAMIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| CHRISTIAN CARE COMMUNITIES, INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2010 |
| MINNICH, CHRIS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Christian Health Center's rating?
Christian Health Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kentucky nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Christian Health Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Kentucky average of 2.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Christian Health Center 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 Christian Health Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Christian Health Center and how do I contact it?
Christian Health Center is at 1800 Westen Avenue, Bowling Green, KY 42104. Phone: (270) 796-6643.
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.