Nursing Home

Bourbon Heights Nursing Home

Overview of Bourbon Heights Nursing Home
Bourbon Heights Nursing Home is a non-profit facility located in Paris, Kentucky. It offers a variety of services including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and independent living apartments. The facility aims to provide quality care for both short and long-term stays.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
1/5
Kentucky average: 2.8/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Kentucky average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Kentucky average: 2.4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3/5
Kentucky average: 2.9/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
5h 21m per day

This home provides 55% more nursing time per resident than the Kentucky average.

Kentucky average: 3h 27m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 109

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Kentucky average
Occupancy rate 41.3%
Residents per day 45
Occupancy rate
41.3%
Residents per day
45

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.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

30% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

64% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Medicaid

5% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$8.2M
Operating deficit
-$444.6K
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$8,231,168.00
Operating deficit
$-444,555.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.0M
35.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.7M
Total costs $8.7M
Bed community size
109-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
41%
In line with Kentucky average
Occupied beds
45 / 109
Average residents 80 per day

License details

Facility type
Long Term Care (nursing Facility, Nursing Home, Personal Care)
Status Active
Issuance October 1, 2025
County: BOURBON

Additional licensing details

License number: 100024
CMS Certification Number: 185283

Ownership & operating entity

Bourbon Heights Nursing Home is administrated by THOMAS DAVIS.

Owner name: BOURBON HEIGHTS, INC

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing

Amenities & Lifestyle

On-Site Chapel
Rehabilitation Center
Adult Day Health Center

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing Facility Services, Intermediate Care, Personal Care, Adult Day Health Care Center, Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Independent Living Apartments
Religious Services
Yes
Operating Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm; Visiting Hours: Open within reason

Inspection History

In Kentucky, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General is the regulatory authority that conducts inspections and investigates complaints in all long-term care homes.

1 visit/inspection

Latest inspection

Date:February 13, 2025
Type:Abbreviated Survey

Inspection Report Summary for Bourbon Heights Nursing Home

The most recent inspection on February 13, 2025, found the facility in substantial compliance with no deficiencies related to the investigated complaints. Earlier complaint investigations were also unsubstantiated, and no deficiencies have been noted in the available reports. Inspectors did not cite any issues related to resident care, safety, or other areas during this period. There were no fines, enforcement actions, or license issues listed in the available reports. This pattern suggests the facility has maintained compliance without notable concerns in recent inspections.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Kentucky average 2.9


Last Health inspection on Nov 2024

Total health citations 29
Citations per inspection
7.25

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

16 of 29 citations resulted from standard inspections; 11 of 29 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 29 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 8
627% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 3
400% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 0.6

8 critical citations More info Kentucky average: 1.1

3 serious citations More info Kentucky average: 0.6

18 moderate citations More info Kentucky average: 11.6

0 minor citations More info Kentucky average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration critical citation Nov 22, 2024
Corrected

Administration critical citation Nov 22, 2024
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Nov 22, 2024
Corrected

Administration critical citation Nov 22, 2024
Corrected

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Address PARIS, KY 40361

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

292
Total Staff
122
Employees
170
Contractors
43,471
Total Hours (Quarter)
58
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse189.5 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse329.3 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant1698.6 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
6.6hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
239 staff
8.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
9 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services
27 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
7hs shift avg
Dietary Services
8 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Other Services
5 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
23.6%
of total hours from contractors
10,271 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 19 Certified Nursing Assistant: 103 Medication Aide/Technician: 1 Registered Nurse: 8 Physical Therapy Assistant: 6 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Other Physician: 6 Speech Language Pathologist: 7 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 4 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff: 3 Feeding Assistant: 2 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant6610316922,61191100%8.6
Licensed Practical Nurse1319323,80591100%9.3
Registered Nurse108183,44491100%9.5
Medication Aide/Technician7183,32791100%11.5
RN Director of Nursing6062,4387178%7.5
Dietitian3031,0367684%6.6
Physical Therapy Aide0338437279%7.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0667447684%7.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0556897785%6.1
Nurse Aide in Training4046452426%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist2025486268%7.7
Administrator1015126470%8
Nurse Practitioner1015126470%8
Dental Services Staff1014665965%7.9
Qualified Social Worker0224636673%7
Other Dietary Services Staff5053956875%4.7
Physical Therapist1013045459%5.6
Mental Health Service Worker1012165459%4
Speech Language Pathologist0771764853%3
Occupational Therapy Aide1011001314%7.7
Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff033851618%4.8
Other Physician066501415%2.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant044392730%1.2
Medical Director011131618%0.8
Feeding Assistant02211910%1.2

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
74 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
4 residents (5.4%)
Medicaid
47 residents (63.5%)
Private pay or other
23 residents (31.1%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.3
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 19.4
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 18.9

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 18.6%
10% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 19.0%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 19.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 20.7%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 20.5%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.2%
43% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 3.8%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.2%
7% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 5.8%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.1%
41% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.9%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.4%
20% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 6.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 14.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.5%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 15.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 93.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 96.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.3%
19% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 83.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
20% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 83.6%

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $58K
8% lower than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: $63K

Number of fines 2
13% fewer fines than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 2.3

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 2
513% more payment denials than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $58K
Kentucky average $63K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Nov 22, 2024
$41K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Nov 22, 2024
31 days
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Apr 5, 2024
$17K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Apr 5, 2024
16 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Financial Aid for Kentucky Seniors

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Home and Community Based Waiver

Kentucky Medicaid HCB Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Kentucky resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural focus; waitlists possible.

Hart-Supported Living Program

KY Hart-Supported Living

Age 65+ or disabled, Kentucky resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Competitive grants; limited availability.

Kentucky Homecare Program

Kentucky Homecare Program

Age 60+, Kentucky resident, at risk of nursing home placement, not eligible for Medicaid waivers.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year individual).

Not assessed; need-based focus.

15 AAAs; rural focus; not in nursing homes.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Kentucky Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Kentucky resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; auto Extra Help for Part D.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Kentucky NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Kentucky resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

15 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Kentucky Family Caregiver Program

Kentucky Family Caregiver Program

Grandparents (often 55+) as primary caregivers to grandchildren under 18, Kentucky resident, not on Kinship Care.

~$31,225/year (individual); varies by AAA.

Not strictly assessed; need-based.

Max $1,500/year; statewide via AAAs.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Kentucky SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Kentucky resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Kentucky VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Kentucky resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural areas.

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