Total health inspections
3
Kentucky average 2.9
Last Health inspection on Dec 2024
Mix 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.
Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas
Independent Living in Covington
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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 is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas
Independent Living in Covington
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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 is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas
The Carespring Community in Northern Kentucky is an ideal place that provides programs and activities that are enjoyable and nurturing. Offering assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation– their approach to modern senior living promotes a lifestyle centered on growth. Residents are able to learn to love life through the staff’s encouragement of purposeful living.
At a Carespring community, residents are able to feel comfortable and safe because of the welcoming environment that is balanced with the urban and vibrant atmosphere.
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 103rd out of 170 homes in Kentucky.
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 103rd out of 170 homes in Kentucky.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.
3h 10m per day
Rank #103 / 170Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 103rd out of 170 homes in Kentucky.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Kentucky average, with a ranking across 170 Kentucky SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
vs Kentucky avg
-8%
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
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 8m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
85.2%
Rank #96 / 175Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th out of 175 homes in Kentucky.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kentucky average, with its statewide rank out of 175. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
72 days
Occupancy rate
85.2%
Rank #96 / 175Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th out of 175 homes in Kentucky.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kentucky average, with its statewide rank out of 175. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
72 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
31% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
25 days
Private pay
53% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
8 - 9 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$18.5M
Profit
$408.6K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$18.5M Rank #12 / 173Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 173 homes in Kentucky.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Kentucky SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Profit
$408.6K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #18 / 173Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th out of 173 homes in Kentucky.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Kentucky average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$6.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #18 / 173Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 18th out of 173 homes in Kentucky.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Kentucky average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$11.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$18.1M
110-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
19 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 48 / 100 Rank #20 / 53Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 20th out of 53 homes in Kentucky.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Kentucky SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
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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About this community
AwardsNational Quality Award 2024 Bronze
Facility TypeAssisted Living Community
StatusActive
CountyCampbell
License Number101612
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Barry Bortz, Founder
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Long-Term Nursing Care
ActivitiesFull calendar of social and recreational activities available.
Specific ProgramsHemodialysis
Food DescriptionDining options available with a focus on healthy meals.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
10
Rank #73 / 172Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 172 homes in Kentucky.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Kentucky state average, with a ranking across all 172 KY SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.
Kentucky average 13.5
Citations per inspection
3.33
Rank #60 / 172Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 60th out of 172 homes in Kentucky.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Kentucky mean across 172 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.
Kentucky average 4.4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 10 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 1.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
10 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Dec 06, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Dec 06, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Dec 06, 2024
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Dec 06, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Dec 06, 2024
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Dec 06, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Dec 06, 2024
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Dec 06, 2024
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.
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Kentucky
Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas is located in Fort Thomas, Kentucky.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Kentucky.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
212
Employees
187
Contractors
25
Staff to resident ratio
1.54:1
12% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average ratio: 1.75:1
Avg staff/day
73
Average shift
8.2 hours
0% compared with Kentucky averageKentucky average: 8.5 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
54,668
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.
8.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
17
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
94
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
7.9%
4,302 contractor hours this quarter
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7
Physical Therapy Aide: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 5
Speech Language Pathologist: 4
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Other Physician: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 94 | 0 | 94 | 25,397 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 6,430 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 14 | 0 | 14 | 4,207 | 90 | 99% | 8.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,910 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,720 | 89 | 98% | 9.3 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 26 | 0 | 26 | 2,569 | 79 | 87% | 7.8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,920 | 87 | 96% | 9.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,250 | 70 | 77% | 6.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 940 | 77 | 85% | 6.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 871 | 65 | 71% | 6.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 707 | 66 | 73% | 7.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 582 | 61 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 578 | 69 | 76% | 8.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 540 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 465 | 62 | 68% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 463 | 62 | 68% | 7.5 |
| Feeding Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 458 | 61 | 67% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 59 | 65% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 393 | 53 | 58% | 7.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 325 | 59 | 65% | 5.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 40 | 6 | 7% | 6.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 7.8 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 3% | 2.3 |
94 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
14 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
99%
10 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
98%
26 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
87%
5 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
96%
7 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
77%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
85%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
71%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
73%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
76%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
71%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
68%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
68%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
67%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
65%
1 Physical Therapist
% of Days
59%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
58%
1 Administrator
% of Days
65%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
7%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
1 Other Physician
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
138
Medicare
9
6.5% of residents
Medicaid
92
66.7% of residents
Private pay or other
37
26.8% 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.
4.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.9
53% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
13.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
13.1
31% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 18.9
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
5.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
5.6%
67% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 16.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
4.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
4.7%
76% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 19.6%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
28.8%
41% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 20.5%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.5%
6% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 3.8%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.0%
48% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 5.8%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.2%
87% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 1.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.8%
15% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 6.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
37.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
37.3%
162% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 14.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.8%
8% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 15.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
6% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 93.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.4%
In line with Kentucky averageKentucky average: 96.2%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
19% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 83.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.6%
71% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.0%
16% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 83.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Compare Independent Living around Covington The information below is reported by the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General.
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Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Carespring – Barrington of Fort Thomas based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
85.2%
↓ 0.9pp vs 2022
Net Income
$408.6K
↑ ~$590.9K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$8.2M
↓ ~$242.3K vs 2022
Profit Margin
2.2%
↑ 3.2pp vs 2022
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