Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Louisiana
Alpine Skilled Nursing and… is a Nursing Home in Louisiana
Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Louisiana
Alpine Skilled Nursing and… is a Nursing Home in Louisiana
Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation is a trusted nursing home in Ruston, LA that focuses on personalized patient care and recovery. The facility offers a range of services including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and specialized therapies. Residents enjoy a comfortable environment with hotel-like amenities and a variety of activities.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
144
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
75.2%
Residents per day (avg)
104
Occupancy rate
75.2%
Residents per day (avg)
104
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
55% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Private pay
41% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
5 - 6 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$14.1M
Profit
$771.9K
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$14,053,184.00
Profit
$771,949.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.7M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$13.3M
144-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Facility Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
195538
County:
Lincoln
Ownership & operating entity
Owner name:
PMG OPCO-ALPINE LLC
Profit status:
For profit - Limited Liability company
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Activities
Each week, guests receive a calendar of events and happenings at the facility that include performances, parties, outings, holiday events, and more.
Specific Programs
Short Term Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing, Long Term Care, Outpatient Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Dementia Care, Respite Care, Hospice/Palliative Care, Cardiac Rehab and Recovery, Negative Pressure Wound Therapy, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Post-Operative Care for Orthopedic Surgery, Therapeutic Diet
Operating Hours
Monday-Sunday 8AM to 5PM
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Residents enjoy hearty down-home favorites including meatloaf, catfish, and pot roast prepared daily by the on-site chef.
Special Diets
Cardiac-healthy diet, Diabetic-friendly diet, Mechanical soft diet, Pureed diet
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.Compare Nursing Homes around Louisiana
Audubon Health and Rehab
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
LA 70301
180
No
ACT INVESTMENTS, LLC
63.7%
$9,587,688.00
$4,712,472.00
49.2%
115.40
5/5
3.9000
5/5
3/5
2/5
-
CHATEAU D’VILLE REHAB AND RETIREMENT
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
LA 70346
141
No
BOULWARE D'VILLE LLC
57.7%
$9,452,591.00
$3,233,665.00
34.2%
84.30
3/5
3.2779
3/5
2/5
3/5
1
Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
LA 71270
144
No
-
75.2%
$13,225,070.00
$3,722,380.00
28.1%
104.10
2/5
3.2452
4/5
1/5
1/5
-
CHATEAU ST. JAMES REHAB AND RETIREMENT
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
LA 70071
116
No
BOULWARE ST JAMES LLC
73.4%
$8,376,644.00
$3,172,650.00
37.9%
76.80
1/5
3.0673
2/5
1/5
4/5
2
Camelot Leisure Living
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
LA 71334
91
No
PARAMOUNT HEALTHCARE CONSULTANTS LLC
67.2%
$5,094,501.00
$2,136,086.00
41.9%
66.10
1/5
4.1259
1/5
2/5
1/5
2
Places of interest near Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
11.2 miles from city center
RUSTON, LA 71270
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
145
Total Staff
93
Employees
52
Contractors
38,473
Total Hours (Quarter)
55
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 2 | 8.2 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 46 | 9.2 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 62 | 7.1 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
116 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
8 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
17 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
8.9hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
21.2%
of total hours from contractors
8,153 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 30
Qualified Social Worker: 2
RN Director of Nursing: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 5
Physical Therapy Aide: 7
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3
Registered Nurse: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 62 | 0 | 62 | 18,887 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 30 | 46 | 8,213 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 7 | 7 | 2,021 | 70 | 77% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,854 | 70 | 77% | 7.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,716 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1,237 | 68 | 75% | 8.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1,033 | 66 | 73% | 8.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1,009 | 64 | 70% | 8.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1,002 | 66 | 73% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 384 | 48 | 53% | 8 |
| Registered Nurse | 1 | 1 | 2 | 66 | 8 | 9% | 8.2 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 37 | 5 | 5% | 7.5 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Oct 2022 – Dec 2024)
4
Inspections
20
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
5
Citations/Inspection
Dec 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
9
45% of total
Pharmacy Services
3
15% of total
Infection Control
1
5% of total
Resident Rights
1
5% of total
Administration
1
5% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
18
Complaint Investigations
4
State Comparison (LA)
Citations
20
Louisiana average: 25.7
Critical Citations
0
Louisiana average: 1.1
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 04, 2024 | E | Administration | F0868 | Corrected |
| Dec 04, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Dec 04, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Dec 04, 2024 | E | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Dec 04, 2024 | E | Quality of Care | F0700 | Corrected |
| Dec 04, 2024 | E | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Nov 29, 2023 | E | Nursing Services | F0726 | Corrected |
| Nov 29, 2023 | D | Nursing Services | F0730 | Corrected |
| Nov 29, 2023 | E | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Nov 29, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Nov 29, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Nov 29, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0623 | Corrected |
| Aug 09, 2023 | D | Nursing Services | F0726 | Corrected |
| Aug 09, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Oct 05, 2022 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Oct 05, 2022 | E | Nursing Services | F0726 | Corrected |
| Oct 05, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Oct 05, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Oct 05, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0688 | Corrected |
| Oct 05, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Priority Management
Resident Census by Payment Source
110
Total Residents
Medicare
15
(13.6%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
69
(62.7%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
26
(23.6%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
14.9
Score
27% worse than avg
Louisiana avg: 11.7
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
27.3
Score
34% worse than avg
Louisiana avg: 20.4
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
31.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
0.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
0.0%
Depressive Symptoms
17.1%
Falls with Major Injury
2.9%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
14.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
28.5%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
11.2%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
21.8%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
98.7%
20% better than avg
Louisiana: 82.5%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
5.1%
63% worse than avg
Louisiana: 3.1%
Influenza Vaccine
98.8%
30% better than avg
Louisiana: 76.2%
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
75.2%
↓ 6.2pp vs 2022
Net Income
$771,949
↓ ~$553K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4,206,202
↑ ~$120K vs 2022
Profit Margin
5.8%
↓ 3.7pp vs 2022
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community Choices Waiver
Louisiana Medicaid Community Choices
- General: Age 65+ or 21+ with disability, Louisiana resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- LA Specifics: High demand in urban areas.
- Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), home modifications, transitional support.
Louisiana Elderly and Disabled Adults Program
LA EDA Program
- General: Age 60+, Louisiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
- Income Limits: ~$1,800/month (varies).
- Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).
- LA Specifics: Limited funding; rural focus.
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Long Term-Personal Care Services (LT-PCS)
Louisiana Medicaid Long Term-Personal Care Services
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.
- Income Limits (2025): $943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- LA Specifics: Medically Needy Spend-Down option available.
- Services: ADL/IADL assistance (20-32 hours/week, varies by need).
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Louisiana PACE
- General: Age 55+, Louisiana resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, safe community living possible.
- Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual) for Medicaid; none for Medicare-only.
- LA Specifics: Limited centers (e.g., Baton Rouge, Lafayette).
- Services: Adult day care, medical care, personal care, transportation, drugs, respite.
Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Waiver
Louisiana Medicaid Adult Day Health Care Waiver
- General: Age 65+ or 22-64 with disabilities, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025): $2,901/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- LA Specifics: Includes transitional support from nursing homes.
- Services: Adult day care (up to 8 hours/day, 5 days/week), personal care, respite, transitional aid.
Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) Medicaid
Louisiana Medicaid Aged, Blind, and Disabled Program
- General: Age 65+, blind, or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible.
- Income Limits (2025): $943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- LA Specifics: Medically Needy Spend-Down available.
- Services: Personal care, adult day care, limited in-home supports.
Louisiana Elderly Protective Services (EPS)
Louisiana Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs - Elderly Protective Services
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, Louisiana resident, experiencing abuse/neglect/exploitation.
- Income Limits (2025): No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: None specified.
- LA Specifics: Focus on urban and rural elder abuse cases.
- Services: Emergency care, temporary housing, legal aid, care coordination (varies by case).
Senior Rx Program
Louisiana Senior Rx (Prescription Assistance)
- General: Age 65+, Louisiana resident, no/low prescription coverage.
- Income Limits (2025): Varies by linked program; ~$30,000/year suggested.
- Asset Limits: None specified.
- LA Specifics: Bridges gaps in Medicare Part D coverage.
- Services: Prescription cost reduction (up to 50% discounts), application assistance.
Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit
Louisiana VA Aid and Attendance (Federal/State Coordination)
- General: Wartime veteran or spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Louisiana resident.
- Income Limits (2025): Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).
- Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (2025 net worth limit).
- LA Specifics: High veteran population in rural areas.
- Services: Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month individual, varies by status) for care costs.
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Louisiana Medicaid Community Choices
Community Choices Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or 21+ with disability, Louisiana resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
LA Specifics:High demand in urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), home modifications, transitional support.
LA EDA Program
Louisiana Elderly and Disabled Adults Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Louisiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
- Income Limits:~$1,800/month (varies).
- Asset Limits:$5,000 (individual).
- LA Specifics:Limited funding; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Louisiana Medicaid Long Term-Personal Care Services
Long Term-Personal Care Services (LT-PCS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.
- Income Limits (2025):$943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- LA Specifics:Medically Needy Spend-Down option available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: ADL/IADL assistance (20-32 hours/week, varies by need).
Louisiana PACE
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, Louisiana resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, safe community living possible.
- Income Limits (2025):No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual) for Medicaid; none for Medicare-only.
- LA Specifics:Limited centers (e.g., Baton Rouge, Lafayette).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Adult day care, medical care, personal care, transportation, drugs, respite.
Louisiana Medicaid Adult Day Health Care Waiver
Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or 22-64 with disabilities, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
- Income Limits (2025):$2,901/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- LA Specifics:Includes transitional support from nursing homes.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Adult day care (up to 8 hours/day, 5 days/week), personal care, respite, transitional aid.
Louisiana Medicaid Aged, Blind, and Disabled Program
Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) Medicaid
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, blind, or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible.
- Income Limits (2025):$943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- LA Specifics:Medically Needy Spend-Down available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care, adult day care, limited in-home supports.
Louisiana Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs - Elderly Protective Services
Louisiana Elderly Protective Services (EPS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Louisiana resident, experiencing abuse/neglect/exploitation.
- Income Limits (2025):No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:None specified.
- LA Specifics:Focus on urban and rural elder abuse cases.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Emergency care, temporary housing, legal aid, care coordination (varies by case).
Louisiana Senior Rx (Prescription Assistance)
Senior Rx Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, Louisiana resident, no/low prescription coverage.
- Income Limits (2025):Varies by linked program; ~$30,000/year suggested.
- Asset Limits:None specified.
- LA Specifics:Bridges gaps in Medicare Part D coverage.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Prescription cost reduction (up to 50% discounts), application assistance.
Louisiana VA Aid and Attendance (Federal/State Coordination)
Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit
Requirements:
- General:Wartime veteran or spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Louisiana resident.
- Income Limits (2025):Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).
- Asset Limits:~$155,356 (2025 net worth limit).
- LA Specifics:High veteran population in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month individual, varies by status) for care costs.
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