Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Most new residents arrive under Medicaid (67% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 6 - 7 months.
Owsley County Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility in Booneville, Kentucky, and Health Systems of Kentucky is the operator. The community is in a rural part of eastern Kentucky where a car is needed for most daily activities. The facility has 91 beds and an occupancy rate of 83%. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted.
Residents stay about 136 days on average, and that length of stay includes both people recovering for a shorter period and residents who remain longer term. Rehabilitation and skilled nursing support are major components of the care available at the facility, with a mix of short- and long-term residents.
Short-term rehabilitation, respite care, and 24-hour staffing are part of the services available. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses make up the nursing team. Daily nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 44 minutes per resident. Recovery after a hospital stay or surgery is one reason residents receive care here.
Care staff is present throughout the day and night. Direct medical oversight is available whenever residents need it. Clinical support is available around the clock. The facility is built around rehabilitation and recovery services.
Activities are available for residents with different ability levels and are designed to support rehabilitation while helping strengthen the body and mind. Meals are well-balanced and can be served in the dining room or in a resident’s room. Housekeeping, laundry services, cable television, a shaded outdoor patio, and community living areas are also available.
Located in Booneville, the facility offers a quiet residential setting that differs from that of a larger urban environment. Families can tour the home to learn more about staff, care routines, and room choices. Visiting may require planning for the drive from other parts of the region, and winter weather can affect travel conditions.
Owsley County Health Care Center, Inc is administered by Whittney Younts.
In Kentucky, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General is the regulatory authority that conducts inspections and investigates complaints in all long-term care homes.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | KY Average | vs. KY Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 9 | 6 | This facility has 50% more total deficiencies than a typical Kentucky assisted living residence (9 vs. KY avg 6).↑ 50% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 1.3 | 0.9 | This facility has 44% more deficiencies per year than a typical Kentucky assisted living residence (1.3 vs. KY avg 0.9).↑ 44% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 3 | 1.5 | This facility has 100% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Kentucky assisted living residence (3 vs. KY avg 1.5).↑ 100% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | KY Average | vs. KY Avg |
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Total inspections
| 3 | 4 | This facility has had 25% fewer total inspections than the Kentucky average (3 vs. KY avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 25% fewer |
State average N/A
Last Health inspection on Jan 2022
State average N/A
State average N/A
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.
State average: N/A
State average: N/A
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
2,652 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 45 | 0 | 45 | 15,729 | 92 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 5,986 | 92 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 3,396 | 91 | 99% | 9.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,687 | 64 | 70% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 11 | 0 | 11 | 1,301 | 75 | 82% | 4.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,254 | 73 | 79% | 8.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 985 | 69 | 75% | 7.4 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 549 | 61 | 66% | 9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 527 | 67 | 73% | 7.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 487 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 467 | 61 | 66% | 7.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 58 | 63% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 439 | 58 | 63% | 7.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 13 | 14% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 82 | 54 | 59% | 1.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 72 | 9 | 10% | 8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3% | 1.3 |
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
27% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
6% of new residents, often for short stays.
67% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents 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.
Historical financial and operational data for Owsley County Health Care Center, Inc from 2012–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Most new residents arrive under Medicaid (67% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 6 - 7 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Booneville's city center to Owsley County Health Care Center, Inc's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General.
| Westport Place Health Campus | NH AL RC SNF | Louisville | - | 22 | - | 47 | Studio |
| Hermitage Care & Rehabilitation Center | NH SNF | Owensboro | - | 92 | A+ | 49 | - |
| Twin Rivers Nursing And Rehab Center | NH HOS PC RC SNF | Owensboro | - | 132 | - | 52 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Hopkins Center | NH SNF | Woodburn | - | 50 | - | 7 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Owsley County Health Care Center, Inc | NH HOS RC SNF | Booneville | - | 91 | - | 23 | - |
Owsley County Health Care Center, Inc is legally operated by Owsley Co Health Care Center, Inc., and administered by Whittney Younts.
Owsley County Health Care Center, Inc has a walk score of 23. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to KY state health department records, Owsley County Health Care Center, Inc's license number is 100526.
Owsley County Health Care Center, Inc's occupancy is 87%.
No, Owsley County Health Care Center, Inc has a no-pet policy.
Owsley County Health Care Center, Inc is registered as a non-profit in KY.
Whittney Younts is the administrator of Owsley County Health Care Center, Inc.
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