Total health inspections
5
Louisiana average 6.5
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
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.
Landmark of Lake Charles
Nursing Home · Lake Charles, LA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Landmark of Lake Charles
Nursing Home · Lake Charles, LA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Landmark of Lake Charles accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Landmark of Lake Charles is a health care community offering individuals a place to recover, rehabilitate, and reside, depending on their specific needs. The facility provides skilled nursing services and rehabilitation therapies to help individuals regain their health. It also offers long-term care in a homelike environment with various activities to support residents' well-being.
Quality ratings
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 14th out of 170 homes in Louisiana.
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.
This home is ranked 14th out of 170 homes in Louisiana.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 48m per day
Rank #14 / 170Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 170 homes in Louisiana.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Louisiana average, with a ranking across 170 Louisiana SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
vs Louisiana avg
+25%
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
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 13m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
74.4%
Rank #83 / 174Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 83rd out of 174 homes in Louisiana.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Louisiana average, with its statewide rank out of 174. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
254 days
Occupancy rate
74.4%
Rank #83 / 174Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 83rd out of 174 homes in Louisiana.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Louisiana average, with its statewide rank out of 174. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
254 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
20% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
5 - 6 months
Private pay
63% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.5M
Operating loss
-$799.7K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.5M Rank #103 / 174Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 103rd out of 174 homes in Louisiana.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Louisiana SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating loss
-$799.7K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #50 / 174Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 174 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.
$6.1M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #50 / 174Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 174 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.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$9.3M
130-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 45 / 100 Rank #49 / 161Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 49th out of 161 homes in Louisiana.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Louisiana SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeMedicare And Medicaid
CountyCalcasieu
CMS Certification Number195630
AccreditationsLouisiana Nursing Home Association
Owner NameLake Charles Healthcare LLC
Profit StatusFor Profit - Corporation
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactBob Dean
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab
24-Hour Staffing
Wound Care
Short-Term Rehabilitation
Recreational And Therapeutic Activities
24/7 On-Site Staffing
Beautiful Common Areas
State-Of-The-Art Rehabilitation Gym
Hydrotherapy Spa Rooms
Landscaped Gardens
Private And Semi-Private Rooms
Transportation To Medical Appointments
Community Outings
Religious Services
Beauty Salon And Barbershop
Dietitian-Approved Meals
Cable Television Access
Wifi Access
Laundry Services
Housekeeping And Maintenance
Specific ProgramsTours
Religious ServicesYes
Food DescriptionDietitian-approved meals served in a clean and comfortable dining room.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
17
Rank #44 / 174Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th out of 174 homes in Louisiana.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Louisiana state average, with a ranking across all 174 LA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.
Louisiana average 25.7
Citations per inspection
3.4
Rank #61 / 174Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 174 homes in Louisiana.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Louisiana mean across 174 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.
Louisiana average 3.95
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
13 of 17 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 17 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 1.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 0.5
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
17 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Sep 10, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Sep 10, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Sep 10, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Sep 10, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Sep 10, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Sep 10, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Sep 10, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Sep 10, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. 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.
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Landmark of Lake Charles is located in LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
163
Employees
142
Contractors
21
Staff to resident ratio
1.68:1
8% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average ratio: 1.56:1
Avg staff/day
57
Average shift
7.6 hours
7% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 8.2 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
39,527
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
24
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
76
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
8%
3,172 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5
Qualified Social Worker: 4
Physical Therapy Aide: 3
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 2
Medical Director: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 76 | 0 | 76 | 21,846 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 0 | 24 | 9,027 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,187 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 30 | 0 | 30 | 1,552 | 38 | 42% | 7.9 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 689 | 77 | 85% | 6.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 688 | 65 | 71% | 5.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 484 | 60 | 66% | 8.1 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 453 | 66 | 73% | 6.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 411 | 63 | 69% | 6.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 382 | 66 | 73% | 5.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 376 | 61 | 67% | 5.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 1 | 2 | 338 | 38 | 42% | 8.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 68 | 9 | 10% | 7.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 2 | 2 | 54 | 38 | 42% | 1.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 3 | 3% | 6.6 |
76 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
24 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
30 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
42%
2 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
85%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
71%
1 Administrator
% of Days
67%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
66%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
64%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
73%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
69%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
73%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
67%
2 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
42%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
10%
2 Medical Director
% of Days
42%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
97
Medicare
17
17.5% of residents
Medicaid
66
68% of residents
Private pay or other
14
14.4% 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
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
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.
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
13.2
13% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 11.7
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
25.5
25% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.4
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
27.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
27.1%
32% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
26.5%
12% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 23.5%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.0%
35% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 17.1%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.4%
84% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 3.5%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.2%
34% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 6.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.6%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.6%
6% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.0%
61% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 5.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 1.6%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
23.3%
14% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 20.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
32.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
32.8%
64% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
78.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
78.4%
17% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 94.9%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
44.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
44.4%
46% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 82.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
11.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
11.2%
263% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 3.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
44.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
44.7%
41% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 76.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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.
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| Landmark of Lake Charles |
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. | Lake Charles (Calcasieu Parish) | 130 | 74.4% | +4% | 4.79 | +8% | +16% | 0 | 17 | 3.4 | - | 96 | A+ | 45 | William Pugh | $8.5M | $4.5M | 53.2% | 195630 | ||||
| Lake Charles 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. | Lake Charles (Calcasieu Parish) | 182 | 71.2% | -1% | 4.17 | -36% | +1% | 0 | 13 | 3.3 | - | 124 | A+ | 74 | Brian May | $11.7M | $6.1M | 52.4% | 195413 |
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Landmark of Lake Charles based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
74.4%
↑ 2.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$799.7K
↓ ~$3.3M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6.1M
↑ ~$353.3K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-9.4%
↓ 38.8pp vs 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions about Landmark of Lake Charles
What neighborhood is Landmark of Lake Charles in?
Landmark of Lake Charles is in the Calcasieu Parish neighborhood of LAKE CHARLES.
Who is the owner of Landmark of Lake Charles?
The legal owner and operator of Landmark of Lake Charles is Lake Charles Healthcare Llc.
Is Landmark of Lake Charles in a walkable area?
Landmark of Lake Charles has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Does Landmark of Lake Charles operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Landmark of Lake Charles is registered as a for-profit in LA.
What is the overall rating for Landmark of Lake Charles?
Landmark of Lake Charles 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.
How many beds does Landmark of Lake Charles have?
Landmark of Lake Charles has 130 beds.
Are there photos of Landmark of Lake Charles?
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