Baton Rouge Health Care Center
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Baton Rouge Health Care Center

CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Baton Rouge Health Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Baton Rouge Health Care Center

Baton Rouge Health Care Center is a 156-bed nonprofit skilled nursing facility located at 5550 Thomas Road in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Serving East Baton Rouge Parish, the facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, managed care, and private pay.

Total adjusted nursing hours are 4 hours and 27 minutes per resident per day, which is 16% above the Louisiana average. The facility emphasizes hands-on care with nurse aide hours running 18% above the state benchmark. While the overall CMS rating is 2 stars, the Quality Measures sub-rating is 4 stars, reflecting above-average outcomes in clinical areas such as mobility improvement and pressure ulcer prevention.

The Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section, oversees inspections. The facility holds a 2-star health inspection sub-rating and maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of 3.0. An October 2025 survey cited deficiencies regarding call light accessibility, care plan documentation, and physician notification protocols for blood glucose readings. Occupancy is 60.8%, which is below the state average of 71.8%.

Service programs include stroke rehabilitation, post-joint replacement care, podiatry, and pain management. Amenities feature community outings, religious programming, salon services, and a volunteer program. The facility serves a significant long-term population, with 73% of new admissions categorized as private pay. Families should request a current fee schedule during a tour, as specific monthly pricing is not in public records.

Families prioritizing strong clinical outcomes and high direct-care staffing levels may find this environment appropriate. Those evaluating the center should review the health inspection history, particularly regarding medication management and care plan documentation, before making a placement decision.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▼ 16.7% Below LA avg. ▼ 16.7% Below LA avg.LA average: 2.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▼ 63.8% Below LA avg. ▼ 63.8% Below LA avg.LA average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▲ 24.8% Above LA avg. ▲ 24.8% Above LA avg.LA average: 2.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▲ 145.7% Above LA avg. ▲ 145.7% Above LA avg.LA average: 2.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Louisiana state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 42nd out of 199 homes in Louisiana for nurse hours. 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 27m per day
Rank #42 / 199Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 42nd out of 199 homes in Louisiana. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Louisiana average, with a ranking across 199 Louisiana facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Rankings are based only on facilities in Louisiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Louisiana avg (4h 9m per day)
vs Louisiana avg
+7%

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Nurse Aide is +23% above state avg
Staff type Hours / Day / Resident vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 15m per day ▼ 20% State avg: 19m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 1h 2m per day ▼ 12% State avg: 1h 11m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 52m per day ▲ 23% State avg: 2h 20m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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 29m per day ▲ 6% State avg: 3h 16m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 3m per day ▼ 8% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 7m per day ▼ 44% State avg: 13m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 145

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy than the Louisiana average: 71.8%
Occupancy rate
60.8% Rank #149 / 204Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th out of 204 homes in Louisiana. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Louisiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 204. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Louisiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
258 days
Years in operation
48 years in operation Rank #4 / 91Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 91 homes in Louisiana. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Louisiana facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Louisiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 26 / 100 Rank #251 / 368Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 251st out of 368 homes in Louisiana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Louisiana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Louisiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

CMS Certification Number195361

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactCasedy Kennedy

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsPrograms and Services, Activities and Amenities, Rehab to Home, Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Program

Contact Baton Rouge Health Care Center

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.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Louisiana avg: 2.0 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 29.2%
5% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 27.8%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 11.3%
23% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 14.7%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 0.8%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 68.5%
35% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

15% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

73% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 years

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.

Nonprofit
Nonprofit Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.8M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$773.1K
Nonprofit Nonprofit Corporation
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$8.8M Rank #107 / 203Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 107th out of 203 homes in Louisiana. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Louisiana average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Rankings are based only on facilities in Louisiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$773.1K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$295.5K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #79 / 203Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 203 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Louisiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$5.2M 58.6% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #61 / 203Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 203 homes in Louisiana. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Louisiana average. Well-run Louisiana facilities typically land around 54–67% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Rankings are based only on facilities in Louisiana that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$4.4M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$9.6M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (73% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 2 - 3 months.

Admissions
85 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 15%
Private pay 73%
Medicaid 12%
Discharges
125 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 10%
Private pay 66%
Medicaid 24%

Managed by Charles Barber

Administrator

Places of interest near Baton Rouge Health Care Center

Address 5550 Thomas Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70811 — 3.05 miles to nearest hospital (Champion Medical Center Baton Rouge)

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

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93.8%
Facility 93.8%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #15 / 204
+31%
3.87
Facility 3.87
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #101 / 199
-19% -7%
$10.0k
Facility $10.0k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #101 / 204
12
Facility 12
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #22 / 204
2.4
Facility 2.4
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #17 / 204
1 139 A+
38
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James Smith
$15.0M
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45.5%
Facility 45.5%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #29 / 203
195480
Baton Rouge Health Care Center
NH
Baton Rouge (Scotlandville)
145
Facility 145
LA AVG 113
Rank #59 / 262
64.8%
Facility 64.8%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #137 / 204
-10%
4.44
Facility 4.44
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #42 / 199
+90% +7%
$203.7k
Facility $203.7k
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #188 / 204
20
Facility 20
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #74 / 204
2.5
Facility 2.5
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #21 / 204
7 93 A+
8
Facility 8
LA AVG 37
Rank #323 / 368
-
$8.8M
Facility $8.8M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #107 / 203
$5.2M
Facility $5.2M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #79 / 203
58.6%
Facility 58.6%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #61 / 203
195361
Flannery Oaks Guest House
NH
HC
PC
Baton Rouge (Park Forest/La North)
130
Facility 130
LA AVG 113
Rank #85 / 262
71.5%
Facility 71.5%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #108 / 204
0%
3.22
Facility 3.22
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #173 / 199
-100% -22%
$0
Facility $0
LA AVG $107.9k
Rank #1 / 204
34
Facility 34
LA AVG 25.7
Rank #156 / 204
5.7
Facility 5.7
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #180 / 204
- 106 A+
19
Facility 19
LA AVG 37
Rank #282 / 368
Donnie Hodges
$7.7M
Facility $7.7M
LA AVG $9.6M
Rank #171 / 203
$3.7M
Facility $3.7M
LA AVG $3.9M
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48.9%
Facility 48.9%
LA AVG 42%
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195477
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NH
Baton Rouge (Eastgate)
176
Facility 176
LA AVG 113
Rank #19 / 262
52.3%
Facility 52.3%
LA AVG 71.8%
Rank #177 / 204
-27%
3.94
Facility 3.94
LA AVG 4.14
Rank #101 / 199
-53% -5%
$567.8k
Facility $567.8k
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90
Facility 90
LA AVG 25.7
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6.4
Facility 6.4
LA AVG 3.9
Rank #194 / 204
8 94 A+
53
Facility 53
LA AVG 37
Rank #83 / 368
Keira Juge
$8.2M
Facility $8.2M
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$3.9M
Facility $3.9M
LA AVG $3.9M
Rank #131 / 203
47.8%
Facility 47.8%
LA AVG 42%
Rank #89 / 203
195488

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Louisiana

Baton Rouge Health Care Center is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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Community Choices Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Community Choices

Age 65+ or 21+ with disability
General 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

High demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications Transitional support

Louisiana Elderly and Disabled Adults Program

LA EDA Program

Age 60+
General Louisiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$1,800/month varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
LA

Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Medically Needy Spend-Down option available.

Benefits
ADL/IADL assistance (20-32 hours/week, varies by need)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Louisiana PACE

Age 55+
General 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

Limited centers (e.g., Baton Rouge, Lafayette).

Benefits
Adult day care Medical care Personal care Transportation Drugs Respite

Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Adult Day Health Care Waiver

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disabilities
General 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

Includes transitional support from nursing homes.

Benefits
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

Age 65+
General 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

Medically Needy Spend-Down available.

Benefits
Personal care Adult day care Limited in-home supports

Louisiana Elderly Protective Services (EPS)

Louisiana Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs - Elderly Protective Services

Age 60+
General Louisiana resident, experiencing abuse/neglect/exploitation.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits None specified.
LA

Focus on urban and rural elder abuse cases.

Benefits
Emergency care Temporary housing Legal aid Care coordination (varies by case)

Senior Rx Program

Louisiana Senior Rx (Prescription Assistance)

Age 65+
General Louisiana resident, no/low prescription coverage.
Income Limits (2025) Varies by linked program; ~$30,000/year suggested.
Asset Limits None specified.
LA

Bridges gaps in Medicare Part D coverage.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (up to 50% discounts) Application assistance

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Louisiana VA Aid and Attendance (Federal/State Coordination)

Age
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

High veteran population in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month individual, varies by status) for care costs

Frequently Asked Questions about Baton Rouge Health Care Center

What neighborhood is Baton Rouge Health Care Center in?

Baton Rouge Health Care Center is in the Scotlandville neighborhood of Baton Rouge.

Is Baton Rouge Health Care Center in a walkable area?

Baton Rouge Health Care Center has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Baton Rouge Health Care Center?

Baton Rouge Health Care Center's occupancy is 60.8%.

Does Baton Rouge Health Care Center operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Baton Rouge Health Care Center is registered as a non-profit in LA.

Are there photos of Baton Rouge Health Care Center?

Yes — there are 11 photos of Baton Rouge Health Care Center in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Baton Rouge Health Care Center?

Baton Rouge Health Care Center is located at 5550 Thomas Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70811.

What is the phone number of Baton Rouge Health Care Center?

(225) 774-2141 will put you in contact with the team at Baton Rouge Health Care Center.

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