Total health inspections
2
Kentucky average 2.9
Last Health inspection on Dec 2019
Mix of rehab and long-term care
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CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Life Care Center of Lacenter
Nursing Home in Kentucky
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Life Care Center of Lacenter
Life Care Center of La Center provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in a homelike atmosphere. The facility focuses on individualized care plans tailored to the needs of each resident. It offers a variety of services including physical, occupational, and speech therapies.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
70
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
87.8%
Residents per day (avg)
59
Occupancy rate
87.8%
Residents per day (avg)
59
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
36% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
39% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
26% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.8M
Profit
$789.9K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.8M
Profit
$789.9K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.5M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.0M
70-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
About this community
Facility TypeLong Term Care (nursing Facility)
StatusActive
IssuanceFebruary 1, 2025
CountyBALLARD
License Number100011
CMS Certification Number185320
Life Care Center of Lacenter is administrated by Ginger Atkins.
Owner NameLA CENTER OPERATIONS, LLC
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Rehabilitation
24-Hour Security And Fire Safety Systems
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Bedside And Bathroom Call Lights
Certified Dietitian
Community Re-Entry Program
Complimentary Wireless Internet
Daily Activity Schedule
Family/Resident Councils
Fine Dining Program
Flat-Screen Tvs
Flexible Visiting Hours
Full-Time
Certified Activity Director
Homelike Setting
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Library
Non-Smoking Facility
Pet Visitors Allowed
Private And Semiprivate Rooms
Private Bathrooms
Religious Services
Patient/Family Education Program
Telephone And Cable Television Hookups
Transportation Services
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
9
Kentucky average 13.5
Citations per inspection
4.5
Kentucky average 4.4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 1.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
9 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Dec 18, 2019
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Dec 18, 2019
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Dec 18, 2019
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Dec 18, 2019
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Dec 18, 2019
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Dec 18, 2019
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Sep 27, 2018
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Sep 27, 2018
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Kentucky The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.
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Life Care Center of Lacenter
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.
La Center
68
87.8%
+8%
3.72
-1%
0
9
4.5
0
59
Atkins, Ginger
$8.8M
$3.5M
39.8%
185320
Barren County 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.
Glasgow
94
82.7%
+2%
3.22
-14%
1
11
3.7
0
88
Herbstman, Moshe
$8.6M
$2.8M
32.7%
185229
Auburn Nursing and Rehabilitation 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.
Auburn
66
62.0%
-24%
1.44
-62%
0
13
3.3
0
50
Bolster, Nancy
$4.0M
$1.8M
44.9%
185049
Beaver Dam Nursing and Rehab Center, Inc
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.
Beaver Dam
71
84.3%
+4%
-
-
0
9
3.0
0
54
-
$7.0M
$3.4M
47.9%
185334
Bardstown Heatlh & 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.
Bardstown
100
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0
0
0.0
0
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
93
Employees
84
Contractors
9
Staff to resident ratio
1.63:1
7% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average ratio: 1.75:1
Avg staff/day
32
Average shift
8.8 hours
0% compared with Kentucky averageKentucky average: 8.5 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
25,640
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
12
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
39
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0.5%
134 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 6
Occupational Therapy Aide: 2
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 39 | 0 | 39 | 12,736 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,285 | 91 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,625 | 65 | 71% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,160 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 975 | 74 | 81% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 881 | 67 | 74% | 7.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 500 | 61 | 67% | 7.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 499 | 62 | 68% | 7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 465 | 61 | 67% | 7.6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 441 | 57 | 63% | 7.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 61 | 67% | 7.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 439 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 301 | 38 | 42% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 239 | 45 | 49% | 5.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 83 | 12 | 13% | 6.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 29 | 3 | 3% | 9.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 6 | 6 | 22 | 8 | 9% | 2.2 |
39 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
12 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
81%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
74%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
67%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
68%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
67%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
63%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
60%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
42%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
49%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
13%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
6 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
9%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
57 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (12.3%)
Medicaid
40 residents (70.2%)
Private pay or other
10 residents (17.5%)
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.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.8
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.8
26% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 10.5
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
15.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
15.4
19% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 18.9
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
12.6%
25% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 16.8%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.0%
39% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 19.6%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
21.7%
6% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 20.5%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.1%
61% worse than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 3.8%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.0%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.0%
66% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 5.8%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.5%
74% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 1.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.3%
7% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 6.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.4%
76% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 14.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
3.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
3.7%
76% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 15.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 93.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
98.2%
In line with Kentucky averageKentucky average: 96.2%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.3%
9% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 83.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 1.9%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.0%
11% better than Kentucky averageKentucky average: 83.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Lacenter based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
87.8%
↑ 5.3pp vs 2022
Net Income
$789.9K
↑ ~$641.0K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4.3M
↑ ~$281.3K vs 2022
Profit Margin
9.0%
↑ 7.1pp vs 2022
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