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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.

Gonzales Healthcare Center

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.

Gonzales Healthcare Center

Overview of Gonzales Healthcare Center

Gonzales Healthcare Center is a gem in the world of nursing and rehabilitation services. This local leader puts a premium on meeting the holistic needs of their residents. They provide top-notch care that is tailored to each individual, whether it’s rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or long-term care. What’s more, Gonzales Healthcare Center is always adapting to the ever-changing healthcare environment. 

With a garden room, a movie theater, and even Wi-Fi, this place truly has it all. Their therapy gym is state-of-the-art, and their exercise groups and outings will keep seniors active and engaged. Gonzales Healthcare Center also offers spiritual services and other amenities that can nourish residents’ souls. 

(225) 644-5358

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.
1/5
Louisiana average: 2.4/5
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.
1/5
Louisiana average: 2.8/5
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.
3/5
Louisiana average: 2.4/5
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.
1/5
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.
4h 1m per day

This home provides 3% less nursing time per resident than the Louisiana average.

Louisiana average: 4h 9m 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. 14m per day 19m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 1h 58m 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 0m per day 3h 16m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 4m per day 3m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 8m per day 13m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Louisiana average
Occupancy rate 73.7%
Residents per day (avg) 83
Occupancy rate
73.7%
Residents per day (avg)
83

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

14% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

80% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 - 4 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$11.9M
Profit
$144.5K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$11.9M
Profit
$144.5K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.9M
32.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.8M
Total costs $11.7M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 42 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Additional Licensing Details

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitation

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
Specific ProgramsRehabilitation, Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, Individualized Care, Wound Care, Telemedicine
Operating Hours24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Types of Care at Gonzales Healthcare Center

Skilled Nursing Assisted Living

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 16

Louisiana average 6.5


Last Health inspection on May 2025

Total health citations 52

Louisiana average 25.7

Citations per inspection
3.25

Louisiana average 3.95


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

17 of 52 citations resulted from standard inspections; 32 of 52 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 52 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 2
82% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 1
100% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 0.5

2 critical citations More info Louisiana average: 1.1

1 serious citation More info Louisiana average: 0.5

49 moderate citations More info Louisiana average: 23.7

0 minor citations More info Louisiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. May 07, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. May 07, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. May 07, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Mar 10, 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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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%
3
20
2.5
7
88
A+
26
-
$9.1M
$4.4M
48.5%
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 Rouge
145
60.8%
-15%
4.44
+106%
+7%
3
20
2.5
7
88
A+
-
-
$9.1M
$4.4M
48.5%
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%
0
26
5.2
0
94
A+
64
Pcm Rehab Enterprises Llc
$12.7M
$4.6M
36%
195476
Gonzales Healthcare 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).

Gonzales
120
73.7%
+3%
4.01
-1%
-3%
2
52
3.3
3
83
-
42
January, Yiesha
$11.6M
$3.9M
33.5%
195327
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 Rouge
123
88.9%
+24%
4.02
-
-43%
-3%
3
18
4.5
5
108
-
-
Rambo, Dave
$11.3M
$4.8M
42.6%
195635

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Address 24.9 miles from city center — 0.93 miles to nearest hospital (Feliciana Home Health South)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 110
Employees 93
Contractors 17
Staff to resident ratio 1.28:1
18% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average ratio: 1.56:1

Avg staff/day 42
Average shift 8.5 hours
0% compared with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 8.2 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 32,624
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 5
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 25
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 44
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

7.6%

2,486 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4404414,92591100%9.2
Licensed Practical Nurse250259,09291100%8.8
RN Director of Nursing6061,9677684%8.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist6069968492%8.2
Mental Health Service Worker3039486875%7.3
Registered Nurse5057027279%8.5
Physical Therapy Aide0446737481%7
Dietitian1015236571%8
Nurse Practitioner1015056571%7.8
Qualified Social Worker0225016976%6.9
Speech Language Pathologist0224946470%7.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician0224886673%7.4
Administrator2024806066%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0442105257%3.8
Occupational Therapy Aide01172910%8
Medical Director0112433%8
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112467%4
44 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
25 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 84%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 92%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 75%
5 Registered Nurse
% of Days 79%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 81%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 76%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 70%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 73%
2 Administrator
% of Days 66%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 57%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 10%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 7%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
86 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
3 residents (3.5%)
Medicaid
62 residents (72.1%)
Private pay or other
21 residents (24.4%)
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. 17.6
50% worse 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. 28.3
39% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.4

Long-stay resident measures
Below 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 29.5%
44% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 37.9%
61% worse than 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 17.6%
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 17.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.7%
63% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 3.5%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.3%
32% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 6.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.4%
87% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 10.6%
105% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.4%
77% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.6%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 24.9%
22% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.5%
7% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 94.9%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.39
47% better 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. 1.10
60% 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 90.1%
9% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 82.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.8%
44% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 3.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 84.8%
11% better than 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. 39.3%
41% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 27.8%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 20.1%
37% 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%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 40.9%
24% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 42.6%
16% worse 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 $92K
11% lower 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 $92K
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. Aug 14, 2024
$84K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 22, 2024
$8K

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.

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