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2/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
2/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Bayou Vista Community Care Center is an exceptional, locally owned and operated community in Bunkie, LA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. A compassionate and well-trained team provides top-notch care tailored to their healthcare needs around the clock. Social services are also provided to help residents find and optimize available resources.
With a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Here, residents enjoy mealtimes with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. The community’s beautifully furnished accommodations and dedicated care ensure residents have the finest retirement experience.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 125th out of 182 homes in Louisiana for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 14m per day | ▼ 25% State avg: 19m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 42m per day | ▼ 41% State avg: 1h 11m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 29m per day | ▲ 7% State avg: 2h 19m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 16m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 3h 16m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 3m per day | ▼ 11% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 7m per day | ▼ 49% State avg: 13m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
32% fewer staff per resident than Louisiana average
12% better than Louisiana average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
All 3 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
3
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
9 total: 8 full-time employees and 1 contractor.
9
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
33 total: 24 full-time employees and 9 contractors.
33
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
7,285 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 24 | 9 | 33 | 13,043 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 1 | 9 | 3,682 | 92 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 3 | 0 | 3 | 807 | 84 | 91% | 9.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 604 | 55 | 60% | 10.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 602 | 64 | 70% | 9.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 439 | 57 | 62% | 7.7 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 320 | 40 | 43% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 303 | 40 | 43% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 235 | 35 | 38% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 122 | 14 | 15% | 8.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023-2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
84% lower than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: $103K
In line with Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 2.0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 0.3
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 31, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 14, 2023Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.5
19% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 11.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
12.3
40% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.4
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
14.3%
30% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.2%
31% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 23.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
6.4%
62% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 17.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.7%
8% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 3.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.4%
31% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
8.5%
211% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
9.0%
75% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 5.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
15.9%
22% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
9% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 91.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.0%
In line with Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 94.9%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.74
43% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 2.61
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
6.59
138% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 2.77
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
81.6%
In line with Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 82.5%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
33% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
26% of new residents, often for short stays.
41% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
55Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for Bayou Vista Community Care Center from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on the 2023 CMS SNF Cost Report.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #164 / 186Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 164th out of 186 homes in Louisiana. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Louisiana average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
New residents most often arrive under Medicaid (41% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 4 years.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Bunkie's city center to Bayou Vista Community Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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| High Hope Care Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. | Sulphur | 101
Facility
101
LA AVG
113
Rank
#163 / 262 |
91.1%
Facility
91.1%
LA AVG
71.8%
Rank
#22 / 194 | +27% | 3.47
Facility
3.47
LA AVG
4.14
Rank
#135 / 182 | -27% | -16% | $0
Facility
$0
LA AVG
$107.9k
Rank
#1 / 187 | 8
Facility
8
LA AVG
25.7
Rank
#8 / 187 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
LA AVG
3.9
Rank
#3 / 187 | - | 94 | A+ |
0
Facility
0
LA AVG
37
Rank
#352 / 368 | Elizabeth Broussard | $9.6M
Facility
$9.6M
LA AVG
$9.6M
Rank
#95 / 186 | $4.1M
Facility
$4.1M
LA AVG
$3.9M
Rank
#127 / 186 | 42.6%
Facility
42.6%
LA AVG
42%
Rank
#124 / 186 | 195601 | ||||
| Bayou Vista Community Care Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bunkie | 92
Facility
92
LA AVG
113
Rank
#185 / 262 |
52.8%
Facility
52.8%
LA AVG
71.8%
Rank
#167 / 194 | -26% | 3.62
Facility
3.62
LA AVG
4.14
Rank
#125 / 182 | +15% | -13% | $16.3k
Facility
$16.3k
LA AVG
$107.9k
Rank
#101 / 187 | 20
Facility
20
LA AVG
25.7
Rank
#67 / 187 | 2.9
Facility
2.9
LA AVG
3.9
Rank
#35 / 187 | 2 | 57 | - |
27
Facility
27
LA AVG
37
Rank
#240 / 368 | Bayou Vista Nursing And Rehab Center | $5.5M
Facility
$5.5M
LA AVG
$9.6M
Rank
#170 / 186 | $2.9M
Facility
$2.9M
LA AVG
$3.9M
Rank
#164 / 186 | 53.4%
Facility
53.4%
LA AVG
42%
Rank
#65 / 186 | 195603 | ||||
| Grand Cove Nursing & Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Lake Charles | 109
Facility
109
LA AVG
113
Rank
#143 / 262 |
79.3%
Facility
79.3%
LA AVG
71.8%
Rank
#68 / 194 | +10% | 3.56
Facility
3.56
LA AVG
4.14
Rank
#125 / 182 | +94% | -14% | $29.0k
Facility
$29.0k
LA AVG
$107.9k
Rank
#111 / 187 | 21
Facility
21
LA AVG
25.7
Rank
#73 / 187 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
LA AVG
3.9
Rank
#73 / 187 | 2 | 84 | A+ |
36
Facility
36
LA AVG
37
Rank
#188 / 368 | Tracy Beebe | $8.2M
Facility
$8.2M
LA AVG
$9.6M
Rank
#132 / 186 | $5.2M
Facility
$5.2M
LA AVG
$3.9M
Rank
#67 / 186 | 64.2%
Facility
64.2%
LA AVG
42%
Rank
#32 / 186 | 195376 | ||||
| St. Margaret’s Family of Care |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | New Orleans (Mid-City) | 112
Facility
112
LA AVG
113
Rank
#136 / 262 |
87.4%
Facility
87.4%
LA AVG
71.8%
Rank
#33 / 194 | +22% | 4.17
Facility
4.17
LA AVG
4.14
Rank
#58 / 182 | +30% | +1% | $0
Facility
$0
LA AVG
$107.9k
Rank
#1 / 187 | 38
Facility
38
LA AVG
25.7
Rank
#154 / 187 | 6.3
Facility
6.3
LA AVG
3.9
Rank
#175 / 187 | - | 103 | A+ |
88
Facility
88
LA AVG
37
Rank
#5 / 368 | The St. Margaret's Daughters | $13.3M
Facility
$13.3M
LA AVG
$9.6M
Rank
#39 / 186 | $5.2M
Facility
$5.2M
LA AVG
$3.9M
Rank
#75 / 186 | 38.8%
Facility
38.8%
LA AVG
42%
Rank
#152 / 186 | 195437 | ||||
| Holly Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Sulphur (Kingston Road) | 200
Facility
200
LA AVG
113
Rank
#8 / 262 |
44.0%
Facility
44.0%
LA AVG
71.8%
Rank
#177 / 194 | -39% | 3.82
Facility
3.82
LA AVG
4.14
Rank
#105 / 182 | -36% | -8% | $71.8k
Facility
$71.8k
LA AVG
$107.9k
Rank
#129 / 187 | 56
Facility
56
LA AVG
25.7
Rank
#176 / 187 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
LA AVG
3.9
Rank
#73 / 187 | 1 | 80 | A+ |
44
Facility
44
LA AVG
37
Rank
#137 / 368 | Carol Fellows | $8.9M
Facility
$8.9M
LA AVG
$9.6M
Rank
#112 / 186 | $4.0M
Facility
$4.0M
LA AVG
$3.9M
Rank
#133 / 186 | 44.2%
Facility
44.2%
LA AVG
42%
Rank
#112 / 186 | 195431 |
Bayou Vista Community Care Center has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Bayou Vista Community Care Center's occupancy is 52.8%.
Yes — there is 1 photo of Bayou Vista Community Care Center in the photo gallery on this page.
Bayou Vista Community Care Center is located at 323 Evergreen Hwy, Bunkie, LA 71322.
(318) 346-2080 will put you in contact with the team at Bayou Vista Community Care Center.
Yes — Bayou Vista Community Care Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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