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Nursing Home in Louisiana

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.

Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Morgan City

Nursing Home in Louisiana

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.

Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Morgan City

740 Justa Street, Morgan City, LA 70380 View map
Overview of Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Morgan City
Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Morgan City is a family-owned nursing care facility. It offers 24-hour skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, long-term care, hospice care, and various resident activities. The facility is committed to providing individualized quality care in a warm, homelike atmosphere.
(985) 384-1726

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: 2.2/5
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.
2/5
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.
1/5
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.
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.
3h 23m per day

This home provides 12% less nursing time per resident than the Louisiana average.

Louisiana average: 3h 49m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 88

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Louisiana average
Occupancy rate 82.8%
Residents per day (avg) 84
Occupancy rate
82.8%
Residents per day (avg)
84

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

44% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

44% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7.7M
Operating loss
-$773.6K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$7,653,582.00
Operating loss
$-773,585.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.6M
34.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.8M
Total costs $8.4M
Bed community size
88-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

License details

Facility type
Medicare And Medicaid
County: St. Mary

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 195386

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: MORGAN CITY OPCO, L.L.C.
Profit status: For profit - Limited Liability company

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care, Rehab to Home, Long-Term Care, Hospice Care, Physician / Nurse Practitioner Services, Pharmacy Services, Transportation, Therapy, Religious Services, Beauty Salon / Barber Shop, Outdoor areas, Games, Holiday Celebrations
Religious Services
Yes
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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Overall Rating
1 / 5

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

Ranked 97th (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 84th (tied) of 161 homes in Louisiana

Quality Measures Rating
1 / 5

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

Ranked 97th (tied) of 157 homes in Louisiana

Staffing Rating
1 / 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 106th (tied) of 161 homes in Louisiana

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Louisiana average 6.5


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 33

Louisiana average 25.7

Citations per inspection
5.5

Louisiana average 3.95


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

29 of 33 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 33 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.1


Serious Health citations More info 2
300% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 0.5

0 critical citations More info Louisiana average: 1.1

2 serious citations More info Louisiana average: 0.5

29 moderate citations More info Louisiana average: 23.7

2 minor citations More info Louisiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect serious citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Info Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Aug 07, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Louisiana 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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Ascension Oaks Nursing & Rehab Center
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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.

GONZALES
102
96.2%
+34%
4.22
+8%
+2%
2
19
3.8
1
99
Arceneaux, Brett
$10.5M
$4.4M
42%
195401
Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
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.

RUSTON
144
75.2%
+5%
3.25
-69%
-22%
0
20
5.0
0
104
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$13.2M
$3.7M
28.1%
195538
Arbor Lake Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
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.

FARMERVILLE
150
64.5%
-10%
3.57
-43%
-14%
0
24
6.0
0
97
Joe Kenneth Newton Jr. Qsst Trust
$7.3M
$3.6M
49.1%
195459
Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Morgan City
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.

Morgan City
88
82.8%
+15%
3.38
-85%
-18%
1
33
5.5
2
84
Vdg Llc
$7.7M
$2.6M
34.4%
195386
Allen Oaks Nursing and Rehab 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.

OAKDALE
91
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0
0
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0
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Address 740 Justa Street, Morgan City, LA 70380

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

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

Total staff 139
Employees 68
Contractors 71
Staff to resident ratio 1.64:1
5% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average ratio: 1.56:1

Avg staff/day 36
Average shift 8.9 hours
9% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 8.2 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 29,251
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. 8.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 49
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 56
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

15.5%

4,543 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 27 Certified Nursing Assistant: 23 Qualified Social Worker: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Feeding Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1 Other Physician: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant33235614,08891100%9.4
Licensed Practical Nurse2227497,59391100%9.7
RN Director of Nursing5052,0227785%8.8
Speech Language Pathologist0229766673%8.1
Other Dietary Services Staff2028416470%8.2
Dental Services Staff2026096066%7.8
Nurse Practitioner1015906673%8.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0225845965%8.7
Qualified Social Worker0664116875%5.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist1014105257%7.9
Administrator1014085459%7.5
Registered Nurse1012212629%8.5
Physical Therapy Aide0441732123%7.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0221633741%4.4
Feeding Assistant011753437%2.2
Occupational Therapy Aide0113844%9.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112567%4.1
Medical Director0112467%4
Other Physician011233%0.6
56 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
49 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 85%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 70%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 66%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 73%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 65%
6 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 75%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 57%
1 Administrator
% of Days 59%
1 Registered Nurse
% of Days 29%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 23%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 41%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 37%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 4%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 7%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 7%
1 Other Physician
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
85 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
6 residents (7.1%)
Medicaid
64 residents (75.3%)
Private pay or other
15 residents (17.6%)
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. 13.9
19% 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. 21.7
7% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.4

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 26.6%
29% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 20.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 23.1%
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 15.4%
10% better 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 3.3%
6% 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 8.4%
33% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 6.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.9%
31% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 2.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.1%
58% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 5.1%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 12.5%
667% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 1.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.8%
6% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 91.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 71.6%
25% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 94.9%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 86.9%
5% better than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 82.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 4.2%
35% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 3.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 30.3%
60% worse than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 76.2%

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 $98K
In line with Louisiana average

Louisiana average: $103K

Number of fines 1
51% fewer fines than 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. 1
226% more payment denials than Louisiana average

Louisiana average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $98K
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 22, 2024
$98K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Aug 22, 2024
6 days

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.