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Greenbriar at the Altamont
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Birmingham, AL
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Greenbriar at the Altamont

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Birmingham, AL
CMS overall rating Info 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.
2831 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL 35205 View map
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Overview of Greenbriar at the Altamont

Greenbriar at the Altamont is a senior living community located in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama. The community prides itself on fostering genuine connections and positive culture among its residents. The residents of Greenbriar at the Altamont have diverse backgrounds and fascinating stories to share, creating a unique and enriching experience. Located on historic Highland Avenue, the home offers a range of living options, including rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and assisted living, to meet the individual needs of each resident. 
The community’s 1920s-style luxury lobby exudes elegance and charm, creating a warm and welcoming environment for residents. Unlike many senior living communities, Greenbriar at the Altamont does not require large upfront buy-ins or long-term leases, allowing residents to live life on their terms. Their amenities include fast Wi-Fi, a library, a grand lobby, a salon, and a barbershop. The community’s beautiful landscaping and spectacular views provide a peaceful setting for residents to relax and unwind. At Greenbriar at the Altamont, the focus is on creating a community that celebrates life and fosters personal connections. 

Facility Direct Line (205) 323-2724

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▲ 2.0% Above AL avg. ▲ 2.0% Above AL avg.AL average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▲ 5.9% Above AL avg. ▲ 5.9% Above AL avg.AL average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▲ 12.9% Above AL avg. ▲ 12.9% Above AL avg.AL average: 3.5Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
At AL avg. At AL avg.AL average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours Info 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.

Hours per resident per day vs Alabama averages

Rank #67 / 125Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 67th out of 125 nursing homes we track in Alabama for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Alabama average, with a ranking across 125 Alabama facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Total nursing care Info This nursing home is ranked 67th out of 125 nursing homes we track in Alabama 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.

4h 19m

At state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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.
39m
Avg State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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.
51m
+9% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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 49m
+13% State avg: 2h 30m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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 29m
+6% State avg: 3h 17m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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
+29% State avg: 2m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info 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.
15m
−30% State avg: 22m per day · National avg: 29m per day

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: Physical Therapist is +29% above Alabama average

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 46 Rank #129 / 135Bed count — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 129th out of 135 nursing homes we track in Alabama for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Alabama facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #7 / 126Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 7th out of 126 nursing homes we track in Alabama for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Alabama facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
71 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy higher than 95% suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited. Rank #1 / 108Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 1st out of 108 nursing homes we track in Alabama for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Alabama average, with its Statewide rank out of 108. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
100% This home is often near full
Higher than the Alabama average: 82%
Occupied beds
46 / 46
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
131 days

About this community

License Details

StatusRegular
CountyJefferson
Business TypeLimited Liability Company
CMS Certification Number15446

Ownership & Operating Entity

Greenbriar at the Altamont is administered by Jennifer Shunnarah.

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This profile shows two inspection records, and their totals often differ. Inspection History and the Inspection Scorecard below are state data — the figures the state publishes and the state inspection reports we hold on file — covering the entire facility. CMS Health Inspection History covers only this home's Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing beds, from federal certification surveys.

Inspection History

In Alabama, the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards conducts unannounced surveys to ensure facilities meet state licensing and federal certification safety standards.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 11 deficiencies 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Alabama state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2018 vs. Alabama state average
Overall vs. AL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Alabama average:
• Total deficiencies (27% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (37% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityAL Averagevs. AL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1115 This facility has 27% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Alabama nursing home (11 vs. AL avg 15).↓ 27% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.84.47 This facility has 37% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Alabama nursing home (2.8 vs. AL avg 4.47).↓ 37% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityAL Averagevs. AL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 41 This facility has had 300% more total inspections than the Alabama average (4 vs. AL avg 1). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 300% more
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CMS Health Inspection History

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Inspections Since 2018 · 8 years of data

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Total health inspections 3

Alabama average 2.8

Last Health inspection on Apr 2021

Total health citations
6 Rank #32 / 124Health citations — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 32nd out of 124 nursing homes we track in Alabama for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Alabama State average, with a ranking across all 124 AL facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Alabama average 10.2

Citations per inspection
2 Rank #15 / 124Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 15th out of 124 nursing homes we track in Alabama for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Alabama mean across 124 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Alabama average 3.51

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 6 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 8 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 0.6

Serious health citations
0
100% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 0.1

0 critical citations Alabama average: 0.6
0 serious citations Alabama average: 0.1
5 moderate citations Alabama average: 9
1 minor citation Alabama average: 0.4
Citations history (last 8 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Apr 08, 2021
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Feb 06, 2020
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Feb 06, 2020
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Dec 12, 2018
Corrected

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 128
Employees 96
Contractors 32
Staff to resident ratio 1.64 : 1
5% more staff per resident than Alabama average
Alabama average ratio: 1.56 : 1 Alabama average ratio: 1.56 : 1See full Alabama ranking
Avg staff/day 52
Average shift 7.6 hours
0% compared with Alabama average
Alabama average: 7.9 hours Alabama average shift: 7.9 hoursSee full Alabama ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 36,524

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 11 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 15 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.2 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 53 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 53
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

6.3%

2,308 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Assistant: 8 Qualified Social Worker: 7 Physical Therapy Aide: 7 Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant5305319,10692100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse150156,15792100%8.2
Registered Nurse110113,52692100%8.3
Nurse Aide in Training6061,6408795%7.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist5051,0737177%8
Qualified Social Worker0776707177%5.4
Physical Therapy Aide0775246672%5.6
Other Dietary Services Staff1015216470%8.1
Nurse Practitioner1015045964%8.5
Mental Health Service Worker1014966267%8
Speech Language Pathologist0664817784%5.5
Administrator1014726065%7.9
Dietitian1014635155%9.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0222896368%4.6
Occupational Therapy Aide1012603639%7.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0881905459%3.2
Medical Director0111121415%8
Occupational Therapy Assistant01142910%4.7
53 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
15 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 95%
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Penalties and fines

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 6.5
28% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 8.9

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 7.2
50% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 14.5

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Alabama avg: 3.3 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.8%
44% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 13.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 11.1%
31% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 16.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 2.7%
80% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 13.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.4%
In line with Alabama average

Alabama average: 3.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.4%
42% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 5.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.1%
14% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.6%
21% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 5.4%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 1.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 19.1%
7% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 20.7%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.3%
In line with Alabama average

Alabama average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.3%
In line with Alabama average

Alabama average: 94.8%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.21
61% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 2.00

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.21
23% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 1.79

Short-stay resident measures
Below average Alabama avg: 2.1 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 60.4%
28% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 83.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.8%
13% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 2.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 68.5%
15% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 80.3%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 24.5%
In line with Alabama average

Alabama average: 24.5%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.7%
24% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 11.5%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 37.9%
29% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 52.8%
In line with Alabama average

Alabama average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 30 days

Private pay

52% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

24% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 11 - 12 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 78
Medicare
4
5.1% of residents
Medicaid
50
64.1% of residents
Private pay or other
24
30.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.

Active Resident Council

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.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.

Nonprofit
Operated by a nonprofit corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$9.7M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$661.9K
Nonprofit Operated by a nonprofit corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$9.7M Rank #64 / 108Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 64th out of 108 nursing homes we track in Alabama. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Alabama average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$661.9K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$80.1K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #45 / 108Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 45th out of 108 nursing homes we track in Alabama. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Alabama average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on contract labor.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
$5.6M 57.6% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #28 / 107Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis nursing home is ranked 28th out of 107 nursing homes we track in Alabama. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Alabama average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$3.5M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$9.0M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Jennifer Shunnarah.

This home is owned by Jennifer Shunnara

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 15446

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (52% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 2 - 3 months.

Admissions
232 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 24%
Private pay 52%
Medicaid 24%
Discharges
238 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 15%
Private pay 56%
Medicaid 29%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Alabama average is: 53.1% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Columbiana Health and Rehabilitation, LLC ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
PC
SNF
Columbiana
63
Facility 63
AL AVG 117
Rank #120 / 135
96.2%
Facility 96.2%
AL AVG 82%
Rank #11 / 108
+17%
4.05
Facility 4.05
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #86 / 125
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -24%-7%
$8.0k
Facility $8.0k
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #106 / 125
4
Facility 4
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #15 / 124
1.3
Facility 1.3
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #11 / 124
161--Columbiana Health Realty, LLC
$6.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $6.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #97 / 108
$3.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $3.3MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #103 / 108
52%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 52%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #48 / 107
15453
Oak Knoll Health and Rehabilitation, LLC ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
PC
SNF
Birmingham (Bush Hills)
100
Facility 100
AL AVG 117
Rank #80 / 135
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
AL AVG 82%
Rank #53 / 108
+6%
4.52
Facility 4.52
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #47 / 125
 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -36%+3%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
12
Facility 12
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #89 / 124
3.0
Facility 3.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #42 / 124
-87-
46
Facility 46
AL AVG 42
Rank #62 / 126
Latoya Bester
$9.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #63 / 108
$5.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #55 / 108
52.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 52.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #43 / 107
15117
Greenbriar at the Altamont ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
AL
HOS
IL
RC
SNF
Birmingham (Highland Park)
46
Facility 46
AL AVG 117
Rank #129 / 135
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
AL AVG 82%
Rank #1 / 108
+22%
4.32
Facility 4.32
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #67 / 125
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -16%-1%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
6
Facility 6
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #32 / 124
2.0
Facility 2.0
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #15 / 124
-88-
71
Facility 71
AL AVG 42
Rank #7 / 126
Jennifer Shunnara
$9.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #64 / 108
$5.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.6MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #45 / 108
57.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 57.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #28 / 107
15446
East Glen ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
MC
SNF
East Birmingham
108
Facility 108
AL AVG 117
Rank #70 / 135
93.5%
Facility 93.5%
AL AVG 82%
Rank #25 / 108
+14%
4.25
Facility 4.25
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #67 / 125
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -36%-3%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
7
Facility 7
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #37 / 124
3.5
Facility 3.5
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #73 / 124
-101-
4
Facility 4
AL AVG 42
Rank #119 / 126
Stephanie Howard
$9.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #62 / 108
$5.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.4MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #50 / 108
55.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 55.3%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #38 / 107
15388
Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
MC
SNF
Birmingham (Druid Hills)
113
Facility 113
AL AVG 117
Rank #68 / 135
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4.78
Facility 4.78
AL AVG 4.37
Rank #31 / 125
 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -37%+9%
$0
Facility $0
AL AVG $59.8k
Rank #1 / 125
11
Facility 11
AL AVG 10.4
Rank #79 / 124
3.7
Facility 3.7
AL AVG 3.5
Rank #77 / 124
-6-
44
Facility 44
AL AVG 42
Rank #69 / 126
Letchernique Holmes
$11.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $11.2MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $11.3M
Rank #44 / 108
$5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG $5.7M
Rank #46 / 108
49.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 49.1%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
AL AVG 53.1%
Rank #69 / 107
15047

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Greenbriar at the Altamont is located in Birmingham, Alabama.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Alabama.

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Alabama resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care but can live in community with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
AL

Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.

Benefits
In-home personal care (4-6 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$50/day avg.) Home-delivered meals Case management

Alabama Respite for Caregivers Program

Alabama Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Alabama resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
AL

Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$50/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

SenioRx Prescription Assistance Program

AL SenioRx

Age 55+
General Alabama resident, chronic illness requiring daily medication, not fully covered by other drug plans.
Income Limits ~$3,000/month individual, varies by AAA
Asset Limits Not strictly enforced; income-focused.
AL

High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant) Medication management support

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AL WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Alabama resident, own or rent home, low-income status.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-driven.
AL

Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AL Section 202

Age 62+
General Alabama resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AL

High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Alabama CARES Program

AL CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of Alabama residents aged 60+ needing assistance with 3+ daily activities; no age limit for caregivers.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing based on recipient’s income e.g., ~$2,500/month threshold
Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on need.
AL

Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Greenbriar at the Altamont

What neighborhood is Greenbriar at the Altamont in?

Greenbriar at the Altamont is in the Highland Park neighborhood of Birmingham.

Is Greenbriar at the Altamont in a walkable area?

Greenbriar at the Altamont has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Greenbriar at the Altamont?

Greenbriar at the Altamont's occupancy is 100%.

Are pets allowed at Greenbriar at the Altamont?

Yes, Greenbriar at the Altamont allows residents to bring their pets.

Does Greenbriar at the Altamont operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Greenbriar at the Altamont is registered as a non-profit in AL.

Who is the administrator of Greenbriar at the Altamont?

Jennifer Shunnarah is the administrator of Greenbriar at the Altamont.

What is the overall rating for Greenbriar at the Altamont?

Greenbriar at the Altamont received a 3-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.

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