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Nursing Home in Baton Rouge

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.
Central Guest House Healthcare & Rehabilitation Ce

Nursing Home in Baton Rouge

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.

Central Guest House Healthcare & Rehabilitation Ce

Overview of Central Guest House Healthcare & Rehabilitation Ce
Central Guest House Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It provides a warm and welcoming environment for residents requiring rehabilitation or long-term care. The facility focuses on enhancing the quality of life for its residents through comprehensive care.
(225) 416-6006

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.
3/5
Louisiana average: 2.2/5
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.
3/5
Louisiana average: 2.6/5
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.
2/5
Louisiana average: 2.0/5
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.
2/5
Louisiana average: 2.0/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 44m per day

This home provides 2% less nursing time per resident than the Louisiana average.

Louisiana average: 3h 49m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 10m per day 19m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 19m per day 2h 20m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 2m per day 3h 16m per day 3h 26m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 3m per day 13m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 170

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Louisiana average: 71.8%
Occupancy rate 92.4%
Residents per day (avg) 165
Occupancy rate
92.4%
Residents per day (avg)
165

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

12% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

51% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 months

Medicaid

37% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$19.3M
Profit
$4.2M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$19.3M
Profit
$4.2M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.5M
28.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.6M
Total costs $15.1M
Bed community size
170-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
92%
In line with Louisiana average
Occupied beds
157 / 170
Average residents 89 per day

License Details

Facility TypeMedicare And Medicaid
CountyE. Baton Rouge

Additional Licensing Details

CMS Certification Number195382

Ownership & Operating Entity

Owner NameSTERLING PLACE, LLC
Profit StatusFor profit - Corporation

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Skilled Nursing

Additional Services

3 services
Rehabilitation
Hospice Care
Alzheimer’s Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

20 amenities
Private And Companion Accommodations
Resident Security System
Beauty Salon Services
Wi-Fi Access
Cable Tv Connections
Scheduled Medical Transportation
Therapy Services
Social Services
Laundry And Housekeeping Services
Resident Phone
Entertainment And Comfortable Lounge Areas
Chaplain Visits
Flexible Visiting Hours
Weekly Shopping Delivery
Recreational Activity Program
Courtyards For Enjoying The Outdoors
Resident Council
Dietary Services
Hydration Program
Dining Room Menu Posted Weekly
Specific ProgramsRehabilitation, Skilled Nursing, Long-term Care, Hospice Care, Alzheimer’s Care

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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Overall Rating
3 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.

Ranked 27th (tied) of 161 homes in Louisiana

Health Inspection Rating
3 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring health inspection findings. Fewer deficiencies result in higher ratings.

Ranked 49th (tied) of 161 homes in Louisiana

Quality Measures Rating
2 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring resident health outcomes and care practices.

Ranked 39th (tied) of 157 homes in Louisiana

Staffing Rating
2 / 5

Based on the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section surveys measuring staffing levels, including hours of care provided per resident per day.

Ranked 53rd (tied) of 161 homes in Louisiana

Inspection History

In Louisiana, the Department of Health, Health Standards Section performs unannounced onsite surveys to verify that healthcare providers meet both state licensing and federal safety rules.

7 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

Date February 12, 2025
Annual Inspection

27 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Louisiana average: 32 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Central Guest House Healthcare & Rehabilitation Ce

The most recent inspection on February 12, 2025, found multiple deficiencies related to resident assessments, medication labeling and storage, nurse staffing postings, food preparation hygiene, and infection control practices. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues including failure to complete timely assessments, inadequate grievance resolution, medication administration errors, and insufficient supervision, with one prior report noting an immediate jeopardy related to conflicting advance directives and premature CPR termination. Complaint investigations substantiated several concerns such as verbal abuse not reported timely, inadequate supervision in the whirlpool tub, and failure to protect residents from abuse by others. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history indicates ongoing challenges in documentation, resident care processes, and regulatory compliance without a clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 7

Louisiana average 6.5


Last Health inspection on Feb 2025

Total health citations 27

Louisiana average 25.7

Citations per inspection
3.86

Louisiana average 3.95


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

14 of 27 citations resulted from standard inspections; 9 of 27 resulted from complaint investigations; and 4 of 27 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 3
173% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 0.5

3 critical citations More info Louisiana average: 1.1

0 serious citations More info Louisiana average: 0.5

23 moderate citations More info Louisiana average: 23.7

1 minor citation More info Louisiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Feb 12, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services minor citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Feb 12, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Feb 12, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Feb 12, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Baton Rouge The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.

5 facilities compared · CMS & LA Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Central Guest House Healthcare & Rehabilitation Ce
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Baton Rouge170 84.2% +17%3.74 -89%-10%2273.93165---$14.3M$5.5M38.7%195382
Baton Rouge Health Care Center
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Baton Rouge (Scotlandville)145 60.8% -15%4.44 +106%+7%3202.5788A+ 26 -$9.1M$4.4M48.5%195361
Baton Rouge Health Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Baton Rouge145 60.8% -15%4.44 +106%+7%3202.5788A+--$9.1M$4.4M48.5%195361
Capitol House Nursing & Rehab Center
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Baton Rouge (Broadmoor/Sherwood Forest)132 70.7% -2%3.06 -32%-26%0265.2094A+ 64 Pcm Rehab Enterprises Llc$12.7M$4.6M36%195476
Capital Oaks Nursing &Amp; Rehabilitation Center LLC
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Baton Rouge123 88.9% +24%4.02 --43%-3%3184.55108--Rambo, Dave$11.3M$4.8M42.6%195635

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 187
Employees 185
Contractors 2
Staff to resident ratio 1.19:1
24% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average ratio: 1.56:1

Avg staff/day 73
Average shift 8 hours
0% compared with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 8.2 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 53,430
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 1
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 54
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 111
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.2%

81 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant111011133,03791100%8
Licensed Practical Nurse5405411,62691100%8.4
RN Director of Nursing7073,2887481%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,11891100%8.1
Other Dietary Services Staff2021,0436774%7.8
Dental Services Staff2029596571%7.8
Administrator2027806369%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1015046369%8
Dietitian1015006369%7.9
Registered Nurse1014946369%7.8
Occupational Therapy Aide011611213%5.1
Medical Director0112055%4
111 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
54 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 81%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 100%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 74%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 71%
2 Administrator
% of Days 69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 69%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 69%
1 Registered Nurse
% of Days 69%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 13%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 5%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 157
Medicare
13
8.3% of residents
Medicaid
122
77.7% of residents
Private pay or other
22
14% of residents
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. 10.8
8% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 11.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 22.6
11% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.4

Long-stay resident measures
Average Louisiana avg: 2.0 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 20.9%
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 23.5%
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 23.5%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 23.5%
37% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 17.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.4%
59% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 7.0%
11% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 6.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.7%
76% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.3%
76% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.2%
89% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.6%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 11.6%
43% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 71.0%
22% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 75.5%
21% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 94.9%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.73
5% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 2.61

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.35
51% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 2.77

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Louisiana avg: 1.6 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 78.6%
5% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 82.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.3%
58% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 3.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 76.1%
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 76.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 27.3%
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 27.8%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 26.8%
82% worse 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. 54.6%
8% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 50.6%

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 $257K
150% higher than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: $103K

Number of fines 2
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 2.0

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $257K
Louisiana average $103K
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. Mar 21, 2024
$27K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 26, 2023
$230K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Community Choices Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Community Choices

Age 65+ or 21+ with disability, Louisiana resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

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

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

High demand in urban areas.

Louisiana Elderly and Disabled Adults Program

LA EDA Program

Age 60+, Louisiana resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$1,800/month (varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; rural focus.

Long Term-Personal Care Services (LT-PCS)

Louisiana Medicaid Long Term-Personal Care Services

Age 65+ or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.

$943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).

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

Medically Needy Spend-Down option available.

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

Louisiana PACE

Age 55+, Louisiana resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, safe community living possible.

No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.

$2,000 (individual) for Medicaid; none for Medicare-only.

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

Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) Waiver

Louisiana Medicaid Adult Day Health Care Waiver

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disabilities, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

$2,901/month (300% FBR, individual).

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

Includes transitional support from nursing homes.

Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) Medicaid

Louisiana Medicaid Aged, Blind, and Disabled Program

Age 65+, blind, or disabled, Louisiana resident, Medicaid-eligible.

$943/month (individual), $1,415/month (couple).

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

Medically Needy Spend-Down available.

Louisiana Elderly Protective Services (EPS)

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

Age 60+, Louisiana resident, experiencing abuse/neglect/exploitation.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

None specified.

Focus on urban and rural elder abuse cases.

Senior Rx Program

Louisiana Senior Rx (Prescription Assistance)

Age 65+, Louisiana resident, no/low prescription coverage.

Varies by linked program; ~$30,000/year suggested.

None specified.

Bridges gaps in Medicare Part D coverage.

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Louisiana VA Aid and Attendance (Federal/State Coordination)

Wartime veteran or spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Louisiana resident.

Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).

~$155,356 (2025 net worth limit).

High veteran population in rural areas.