Occupancy rate
83%
In line with Alabama averageMix 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.
Crowne Health Care of Fort Payne
Nursing Home in Alabama
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Crowne Health Care of Fort Payne
Nursing Home in Alabama
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Crowne Health Care of Fort Payne is a family-owned, CMS Five-Star facility in Fort Payne, AL. It specializes in physical, occupational, and speech rehabilitation services for short-term and long-term care. The facility is certified for Medicare and Medicaid and offers a variety of services to meet the needs of its residents.
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 17th out of 129 homes in Alabama.
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 17th out of 129 homes in Alabama.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 58m per day
vs Alabama avg
+13%
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
123
Avg. Length of Stay
174 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
27% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
23 days
Private pay
52% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.9M
Profit
$1.6M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.9M
Profit
$1.6M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.1M
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.
$7.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$12.3M
123-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Alabama averageOccupied beds
102 / 123
Average residents
97 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusRegular
CountyDekalb
CMS Certification Number015156
AccreditationsCMS Five-Star facility
Crowne Health Care of Fort Payne is administrated by Felicia Case.
Profit StatusLimited Liability Company
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Dining Room
Activities
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing Care
Specific ProgramsRehabilitation, Recreational therapy, Dietary services
Food DescriptionSouthern favorites and homestyle traditions inspire our dining room cuisine.
Meals IncludedYes
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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.
3 visits/inspections
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
1 visits/inspections triggered by complaints
Results
2 with issues
1 without issues
Alabama average: 1 complaint visit
Alabama average: 1 inspection
Show Inspection Reports
Latest inspection
Date
November 14, 2019
Complaint Investigation6 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Alabama average: 17 deficiencies
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
2
Alabama average 2.9
Last Health inspection on Nov 2019
Total health citations
4
Alabama average 10.4
Citations per inspection
2
Alabama average 3.46
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 4 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.2
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
3 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Nov 14, 2019
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Nov 14, 2019
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Nov 14, 2019
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Nov 14, 2019
Corrected
Nutrition minor citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 24, 2017
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 24, 2017
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 24, 2017
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Aug 24, 2017
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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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).
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
160
Employees
126
Contractors
34
Staff to resident ratio
1.47:1
7% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average ratio: 1.57:1
Avg staff/day
63
Average shift
7.8 hours
0% compared with Alabama averageAlabama average: 7.9 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
44,517
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
10
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
22
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
72
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
3.8%
1,672 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 12
Speech Language Pathologist: 6
Physical Therapy Aide: 6
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 72 | 0 | 72 | 22,123 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 22 | 0 | 22 | 8,629 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 3,430 | 90 | 99% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 3,171 | 86 | 95% | 8.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,279 | 82 | 90% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,036 | 46 | 51% | 6.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 6 | 6 | 566 | 67 | 74% | 6.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 1 | 2 | 530 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 529 | 62 | 68% | 8.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 475 | 66 | 73% | 7.2 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 451 | 62 | 68% | 7.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 450 | 60 | 66% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 433 | 66 | 73% | 6.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 429 | 57 | 63% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 395 | 53 | 58% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 12 | 12 | 214 | 41 | 45% | 4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 179 | 52 | 57% | 3.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 106 | 55 | 60% | 1.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 74 | 10 | 11% | 7.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 3 | 3% | 6.5 |
72 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
22 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days
99%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
95%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
90%
5 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
51%
6 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
74%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
70%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
68%
1 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
73%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
68%
1 Administrator
% of Days
66%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
73%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
63%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
58%
12 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
45%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
57%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
60%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
11%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
109
Medicare
5
4.6% of residents
Medicaid
91
83.5% of residents
Private pay or other
13
11.9% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
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.
10.0
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.0
13% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 8.9
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
16.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
16.9
16% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 14.5
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
15.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.7%
13% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 13.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.5%
In line with Alabama averageAlabama average: 16.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.3%
35% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 13.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.2%
35% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 3.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.4%
42% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 5.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
6.0%
119% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.3%
35% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.3%
78% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 1.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
35.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
35.5%
72% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 20.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.8%
9% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.1%
5% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 94.8%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.0%
15% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 83.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.4%
17% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 80.3%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Crowne Health Care of Fort Payne based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
88.9%
↑ 2.8pp vs 2023
Net Income
$1.6M
↑ ~$855.0K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$6.1M
↑ ~$475.6K vs 2023
Profit Margin
12.5%
↑ 6.6pp vs 2023
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