Coosa Valley Healthcare Center
Nursing Home · Alabama, AL
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Coosa Valley Healthcare Center

Nursing Home · Alabama, AL
CMS overall rating Info 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.
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Coosa Valley Healthcare Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Inspection History

In Alabama, the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards conducts unannounced surveys to ensure facilities meet state licensing and federal certification safety standards.

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 6 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Alabama state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2018 vs. Alabama state average
Overall vs. AL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Alabama average:
• Total deficiencies (65% below)
• Deficiencies per year (62% below)
Latest Inspection August 30, 2023 Annual Inspection

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityAL Averagevs. AL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 617 This facility has 65% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Alabama nursing home (6 vs. AL avg 17).↓ 65% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2018. 0.82.1 This facility has 62% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Alabama nursing home (0.8 vs. AL avg 2.1).↓ 62% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

Coosa Valley Healthcare Center’s inspection record is mostly clean, with no deficiencies found in the two most recent surveys on August 30, 2023, and April 9, 2022. Earlier inspections in 2018 and 2019 cited a few deficiencies related to infection control, medication handling, food storage, and care planning for siderail use. The facility’s record shows clear improvement, moving from multiple cited issues in 2018 and 2019 to no deficiencies in the last two inspections.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2018
Total health inspections 2

Alabama average 2.9


Last Health inspection on Jun 2019

Total health citations
5 Rank #21 / 130Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 21st out of 130 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Alabama State average, with a ranking across all 130 AL SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Alabama average 10.4

Citations per inspection
2.5 Rank #32 / 130Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 130 homes in Alabama. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Alabama mean across 130 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Alabama average 3.46


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

All 5 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 8 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 0.7


Serious Health citations
0
100% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 0.2

0 critical citations Alabama average: 0.7

0 serious citations Alabama average: 0.2

5 moderate citations Alabama average: 9.1

0 minor citations Alabama average: 0.4
Citations history (last 8 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Jun 13, 2019
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jun 07, 2018
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Jun 07, 2018
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jun 07, 2018
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 109
Employees 97
Contractors 12
Staff to resident ratio 1.35:1
14% worse than Alabama average
Alabama average ratio: 1.56:1 Alabama average ratio: 1.56:1See full Alabama ranking
Avg staff/day 50
Average shift 7.8 hours
0% compared with Alabama average
Alabama average: 7.9 hours Alabama average shift: 7.9 hoursSee full Alabama ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 35,708

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 48
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

5.7%

2,053 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Mental Health Service Worker: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant4804817,85792100%7.2
Licensed Practical Nurse150155,81392100%9.5
Registered Nurse110113,21092100%9.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist5052,3967177%7.9
Nurse Aide in Training9091,3947885%8.5
Speech Language Pathologist0338846773%6.9
Other Dietary Services Staff2025285560%8.1
RN Director of Nursing1015225560%9.5
Administrator1015206571%8
Nurse Practitioner1015206571%8
Physical Therapy Aide0114456470%7
Physical Therapy Assistant0224376672%6.6
Dietitian1013834751%8.1
Mental Health Service Worker1122172830%7.7
Occupational Therapy Aide1012162729%8
Qualified Social Worker0111143841%3
Dental Services Staff1011021314%7.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician022783437%2.3
Medical Director011511617%3.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112333%7.5
48 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
15 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 77%
9 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 85%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 60%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 60%
1 Administrator
% of Days 71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 70%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 72%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 51%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 30%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 29%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 41%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 14%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 37%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 17%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%

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.

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. 7.0
21% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 8.9

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 8.2
44% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 14.5

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Alabama avg: 3.3 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 10.0%
28% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 13.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 9.6%
40% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 16.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 4.9%
64% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 13.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.8%
41% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 3.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.9%
In line with Alabama average

Alabama average: 5.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.5%
46% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.7%
13% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 5.4%

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

Alabama average: 1.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 19.6%
5% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 20.7%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.6%
9% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
6% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 94.8%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.60
20% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 2.00

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.16
21% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 1.79

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Alabama avg: 2.1 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 95.3%
14% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 83.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.5%
29% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 2.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 86.1%
7% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 80.3%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 25.2%
In line with Alabama average

Alabama average: 24.5%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 16.6%
44% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 11.5%

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

Alabama average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 10.9%
80% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 59.8%
18% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 14 days

Private pay

56% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 81
Medicare
6
7.4% of residents
Medicaid
59
72.8% of residents
Private pay or other
16
19.8% 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.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7.4M
Profit
$499.9K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7.4M Rank #109 / 129Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 109th out of 129 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Alabama SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$499.9K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #90 / 129Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 129 homes in Alabama. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Alabama average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$4.3M
57.4% of revenue Rank #33 / 127Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 33rd out of 127 homes in Alabama. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Alabama average. Well-run Alabama SNFs typically land around 54–69% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.5M
Total costs $6.8M

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.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Alabama

Coosa Valley Healthcare Center is located in Sylacauga, Alabama.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Alabama.

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Alabama resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care but can live in community with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
AL

Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.

Benefits
In-home personal care (4-6 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$50/day avg.) Home-delivered meals Case management

Alabama Respite for Caregivers Program

Alabama Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Alabama resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
AL

Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$50/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

SenioRx Prescription Assistance Program

AL SenioRx

Age 55+
General Alabama resident, chronic illness requiring daily medication, not fully covered by other drug plans.
Income Limits ~$3,000/month individual, varies by AAA
Asset Limits Not strictly enforced; income-focused.
AL

High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant) Medication management support

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AL WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Alabama resident, own or rent home, low-income status.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-driven.
AL

Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AL Section 202

Age 62+
General Alabama resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AL

High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Alabama CARES Program

AL CARES

Age
General Caregivers of Alabama residents aged 60+ needing assistance with 3+ daily activities; no age limit for caregivers.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing based on recipient’s income e.g., ~$2,500/month threshold
Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on need.
AL

Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.)

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The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.

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Coosa Valley Healthcare 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

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NH

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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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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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

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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.

HC

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IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Coosa Valley Healthcare Center

Is Coosa Valley Healthcare Center in a walkable area?

Coosa Valley Healthcare Center has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Coosa Valley Healthcare Center?

Coosa Valley Healthcare Center's occupancy is 92%.

Who is the administrator of Coosa Valley Healthcare Center?

Sherry Glenn is the administrator of Coosa Valley Healthcare Center.

How many beds does Coosa Valley Healthcare Center have?

Coosa Valley Healthcare Center has 85 beds.

What is the address of Coosa Valley Healthcare Center?

Coosa Valley Healthcare Center is located at 260W. Walnut Street.

What is the phone number of Coosa Valley Healthcare Center?

(256) 825-9273 will put you in contact with the team at Coosa Valley Healthcare Center.

What county is Coosa Valley Healthcare Center located in?

Coosa Valley Healthcare Center is in Talladega County.

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