nursing home in Kaplan, LA
Kaplan Healthcare Center
1300 W. Eighth Street, Kaplan, LA 70548 · (337) 270-6131
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- 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
Kaplan Healthcare Center at a glance
Kaplan Healthcare Center is a 113-bed for-profit nursing home in Kaplan, Louisiana (Vermilion County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Louisiana average of 2.6.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 3, 2025) found 13 health citations. The Louisiana average is 6.4.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $34,508.
Nursing staff turnover is 47.7% per year (state average 47.6%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 113
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Nexion Health
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Vermilion County
- CMS Certification Number
- 195315
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.28 hrs | 3.76 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.27 hrs | 0.31 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.82 hrs | 2.27 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.87 hrs | 3.21 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 47.7% | 47.6% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60% | 41.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 13 | 6 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 82 | 65.4 | 80.6 | Average |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $34,508 | $46,795 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 113 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 73 | 91 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 64.2% | 74.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.1% | 3.5% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.7% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20.4% | 22.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 22% | 17.8% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 17.7% | 17.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.9% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 2.3% | 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) | 30.5% | 23.2% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.2% | 15.8% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.8% | 94.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.8% | 93.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.2% | 76.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.1% | 85.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 3, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 17, 2025 |
| December 3, 2025 Complaint | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 26, 2025 |
| December 3, 2025 Complaint | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 26, 2025 |
| December 3, 2025 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 December 26, 2025 |
| December 3, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 26, 2025 |
| December 3, 2025 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 December 26, 2025 |
| December 3, 2025 Standard | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0808 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 26, 2025 |
| December 3, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 26, 2025 |
| December 3, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 26, 2025 |
| December 3, 2025 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 26, 2025 |
| December 3, 2025 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 26, 2025 |
| October 1, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 21, 2025 |
| October 1, 2025 Complaint | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 21, 2025 |
| October 1, 2025 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 21, 2025 |
| November 6, 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 December 6, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 15, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 3, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected September 9, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Standard | 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 November 25, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Standard | 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 November 25, 2024 |
| November 6, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| November 15, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 30, 2023 |
| November 15, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 30, 2023 |
| November 15, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 30, 2023 |
| November 15, 2023 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 December 30, 2023 |
| November 15, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2023 |
| November 15, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2023 |
| November 15, 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 30, 2023 |
| September 13, 2023 Complaint | 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 October 4, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $17,254 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 6, 2024 | Fine | $17,254 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEXION HEALTH OF OHI INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 09/14/2005 |
| BOLT, BRETTON Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/15/2002 |
| KIRLEY, FRANCIS Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/15/2002 |
| NEXION HEALTH, INC. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/15/2002 |
| NEXION HEALTH LEASING, INC. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 01/15/2002 |
| HERDRICH, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| KIRLEY, FRANCIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2002 |
| LEE, BRIAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| REID, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/03/2018 |
| RINER, MEERA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| KIRLEY, FRANCIS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2002 |
| LEE, BRIAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| RINER, MEERA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| BOLT, BRETTON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2002 |
| HERDRICH, WILLIAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| LEE, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2002 |
| LEMAIRE, TANIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/09/2009 |
| NEXION HEALTH, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2002 |
| RINER, MEERA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2012 |
| LEMAIRE, TANIA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/09/2009 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kaplan Healthcare Center's rating?
Kaplan Healthcare Center has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Louisiana nursing homes is 2.6 stars.
How many inspection citations did Kaplan Healthcare Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 13 citations, compared with a Louisiana average of 6.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Kaplan Healthcare 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 Kaplan Healthcare Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Nexion Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Kaplan Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?
Kaplan Healthcare Center is at 1300 W. Eighth Street, Kaplan, LA 70548. Phone: (337) 270-6131.
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.