nursing home in Bossier City, LA
Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home
3130 Arthur Ray Teague Parkway, Bossier City, LA 71112 · (318) 741-2763
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- StaffingNot rated
- Quality measures★★★★★1
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home at a glance
Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home is a 8-bed government nursing home in Bossier City, Louisiana (Bossier County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Louisiana average of 2.6.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 9, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Louisiana average is 6.4.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 8
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- May 8, 2007
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Bossier County
- CMS Certification Number
- 195623
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 0 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 10 | 65.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana 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 | $46,795 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 8 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 3 | 91 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 37.5% | 74.1% | 80.9% |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Louisiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.4% | 3.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.3% | 85.9% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 1, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 1, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 1, 2025 |
| June 18, 2025 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 1, 2025 |
| April 11, 2024 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 May 24, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 24, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| COLVIN, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/26/2024 |
| PEPITONE, WESLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/26/2024 |
| COLVIN, DAVID Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| PEPITONE, WESLEY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home's rating?
Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home has 4 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 Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Louisiana average of 6.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home?
It is government - state. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home and how do I contact it?
Northwest Louisiana Veterans Home is at 3130 Arthur Ray Teague Parkway, Bossier City, LA 71112. Phone: (318) 741-2763.
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.