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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.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
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
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
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
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
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
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 |
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
29.2%
5% worse than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 27.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
11.3%
23% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 14.7%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 0.8%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
68.5%
35% better than Louisiana averageLouisiana average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
15% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
73% of new residents, often for short stays.
12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
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.
11.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Baton Rouge's city center to Baton Rouge Health Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.05 miles to nearest hospital (Champion Medical Center Baton Rouge)
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Baton Rouge Health Care Center is in the Scotlandville neighborhood of Baton Rouge.
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.
Baton Rouge Health Care Center's occupancy is 60.8%.
Yes — there are 11 photos of Baton Rouge Health Care Center in the photo gallery on this page.
(225) 774-2141 will put you in contact with the team at Baton Rouge Health Care Center.
Yes — Baton Rouge Health Care Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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