Baton Rouge Health Care Center

Baton Rouge Health Care Center is a Nursing Home in Louisiana

Baton Rouge Health Care… is a Nursing Home in Louisiana

Baton Rouge Health Care Center

5550 Thomas Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70811 View Map

Baton Rouge Health Care Center is a Nursing Home in Louisiana

Baton Rouge Health Care… is a Nursing Home in Louisiana

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Overview of Baton Rouge Health Care Center

At Baton Rouge Health Care Center, residents’ lifestyles take center stage, with a therapy program tailored to their unique preferences and interests. The center celebrates diversity and individuality and ensures that every resident’s desires are respected and met. The home offers top-notch medical services such as podiatry, pain management, stroke rehabilitation, post-joint replacement care, and much more.

They have a wide range of payment options, including Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, and private pay. The center also provides exciting outings, engaging church services, salon and barber services, WiFi access, convenient transportation, as well as housekeeping and laundry services to keep residents’ living spaces sparkling clean. At Baton Rouge Health Care Center, residents can truly live life to the fullest.

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Managed by Charles Barber

Administrator

Charles Barber serves as the Administrator of Baton Rouge Health Care Center, leading a team of dedicated professionals committed to providing compassionate and high-quality residential care. He plays a key role in ensuring a positive and supportive environment for all residents.

Home Information Baton Rouge Health Care Center
  • Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The facility operates with a larger bed count than most state competitors, supporting broader intake. Residents generally stay for shorter periods than state peers, pointing to quicker turnover.

  • Home revenue lands near the state median, signaling steady but not standout inflows. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income mirrors statewide norms, reflecting a balanced margin profile.

  • Medicare nights run higher than most peers, indicating robust short-stay referrals. Medicaid nights fall below most peers, pointing to lighter Medicaid reliance. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.

Occupancy
Beds
145
Occupancy
60.3%
Total Bed Days Available
52925
Avg. Length of Stay
153 days
Avg. Residents per Day
88
Finance
Home Revenue
$9,253,200.00
Payroll Costs
$4,341,292.00
Profit
$284,853.00
Total Home Costs
$9,171,596.00
Payroll % of Revenue Info Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
46.9%
House Specifics:
CCN
195361
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
E. Baton Rouge
Type of Control
Governmental — City
Operations
Total Admissions
242
Total Discharges
231
% Medicaid Admissions
11%
% Medicare Admissions
11%
% Private Pay Admissions
78%
% Medicaid Discharges
13%
% Medicare Discharges
11%
% Private Pay Discharges
76%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating Info CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
2 / 5
Health Inspection Rating Info Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2 / 5
Staffing Rating Info Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3 / 5
QM Rating Info Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day Info Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4.44 hrs
Number of Fines
3
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights Info Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
25786
Medicaid Nights Info Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
971
Free Market Nights Info Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
8502
Years in operation
18+ years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 26 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 195361

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Contact: Casedy Kennedy

Types of Care at Baton Rouge Health Care Center

Skilled Nursing
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Address 11.5 miles from city center

Address 5550 Thomas Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70811

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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.
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Hospice Care

SNF

24/7 care needed

Baton Rouge
130
No
A+
19
HODGES, DONNIE
68.9%
$8,027,291.00
$4,044,146.00
50.4%
99.00
1/5
3.2161
2/5
1/5
2/5
1
Elder Outreach
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

SNF

24/7 care needed

Baton Rouge
-
No
-
31
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Baton Rouge Health Care Center
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

SNF

24/7 care needed

Baton Rouge
145
No
A+
26
-
60.3%
$9,253,200.00
$4,341,292.00
46.9%
88.00
2/5
4.4445
2/5
3/5
4/5
3
Gonzales Healthcare Center
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

SNF

24/7 care needed

Gonzales
120
No
-
42
JANUARY, YIESHA
72.3%
$8,921,341.00
$3,489,127.00
39.1%
83.40
1/5
4.0124
1/5
3/5
1/5
2
Capitol House Nursing & Rehab Center
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

HC

Hospice Care

SNF

24/7 care needed

Baton Rouge
132
No
A+
64
PCM REHAB ENTERPRISES LLC
70.5%
$12,649,074.00
$4,256,609.00
33.7%
93.60
1/5
3.0627
3/5
1/5
1/5
-

Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

117
Total Staff
102
Employees
15
Contractors
36,933
Total Hours (Quarter)
53
Avg Staff/Day
7.7
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse116.9 No
Licensed Practical Nurse217.8 No
Certified Nursing Assistant607.9 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
96 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
11 staff
4.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
1.9hs shift avg
Dietary Services
1 staff
9.7hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
9.3hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
4.5%
of total hours from contractors
1,680 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Certified Nursing Assistant: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant5916022,65991100%7.9
Licensed Practical Nurse210215,97891100%7.8
RN Director of Nursing4042,1747785%8.5
Clinical Nurse Specialist2029376470%8
Registered Nurse110118127279%6.9
Dietitian1016316571%9.7
Mental Health Service Worker1015896167%9.7
Administrator1015126470%8
Dental Services Staff1015035662%9
Nurse Practitioner1014645864%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0224166571%5.7
Speech Language Pathologist0114036571%6.2
Physical Therapy Aide0223786369%5.7
Physical Therapy Assistant0441606673%1.9
Qualified Social Worker0221256571%1.9
Medical Director0111041314%8
Occupational Therapy Aide011561618%3.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113467%5.6

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Jan 2023 – Oct 2025)

8
Inspections
20
Total Citations
4
Critical (J-L)
3
Serious (G-I)
2.5
Citations/Inspection
Oct 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
13
Serious (G-I)
3
Critical (J-L)
4
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Resident Rights
6
30% of total
Quality of Life & Care
5
25% of total
Administration
2
10% of total
Pharmacy Services
1
5% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 11
Complaint Investigations 12
State Comparison (LA)
Avg Citations (State)
25.7
This Facility: 20
Avg Critical (State)
1.1
This Facility: 4
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Oct 01, 2025 E Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Oct 01, 2025 E Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Oct 01, 2025 D Resident RightsF0558 Corrected
May 13, 2025 D Care PlanningF0842 Corrected
Oct 02, 2024 E Resident RightsF0550 Corrected
Oct 02, 2024 D Resident RightsF0558 Corrected
Oct 02, 2024 D Resident RightsF0583 Corrected
Jun 20, 2024 D PharmacyF0758 Corrected
Jun 20, 2024 G Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Oct 04, 2023 G Nursing ServicesF0726 Corrected
Oct 04, 2023 G Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Oct 04, 2023 D Quality of CareF0700 Corrected
Oct 04, 2023 E Resident RightsF0584 Corrected
Oct 04, 2023 D Resident RightsF0585 Corrected
Aug 23, 2023 D Care PlanningF0641 Corrected
Jul 06, 2023 K AdministrationF0835 Corrected
Jul 06, 2023 J AdministrationF0867 Corrected
Jul 06, 2023 K Nursing ServicesF0726 Corrected
Jul 06, 2023 K Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Jan 12, 2023 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Part of: Commcare Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
98 Total Residents
Medicare 16 (16.3%)
Medicaid 74 (75.5%)
Private Pay/Other 8 (8.2%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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
9.9 Score
15% better than avg State avg: 11.7

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
20.2 Score
Near average State 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
16.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
4.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.0%
Depressive Symptoms
0.7%
Falls with Major Injury
1.9%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0%
Antipsychotic Use
10.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
21.9%
Influenza Vaccine
100.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
4.4%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
22.0%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
100.0% 21% better than avg State: 82.5%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.5% 84% better than avg State: 3.1%
Influenza Vaccine
94.7% 24% better than avg State: 76.2%

Penalties & 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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total Fines $204K State avg: $103K 98% worse than avg
Number of Fines 3 State avg: 2.0
Payment Denials 2 61 total days
Compared to State Average Facility: $204K | State Avg: $103K
Penalty History

Showing all 5 penalties (Jul 2023 - Jun 2024)

Jun 20, 2024 Civil Money Penalty
$22K
Oct 4, 2023 Civil Money Penalty
$42K
Oct 4, 2023 Payment Denial
13 days
Jul 6, 2023 Civil Money Penalty
$140K
Jul 6, 2023 Payment Denial
48 days
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Louisiana Seniors

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.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Louisiana Seniors

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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