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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.
Matthews Memorial is a well-regarded healthcare community in Alexandria, Louisiana. This compassionate community caters to the diverse needs of its residents, providing tailored solutions for recovery, rehabilitation, and long-term residence. As residents’ needs evolve, Matthews Memorial remains steadfast in providing long-term care within a homelike setting, complete with a plethora of engaging activities that nurture not only their physical well-being but also their mental and spiritual health.
The dedicated staff at Matthews Memorial takes pride in extending a warm welcome to residents. It stands ready to deliver the personalized care required to help them attain their highest levels of health and well-being. For those seeking short-term care following surgery or a hospital stay, Matthews Memorial excels in offering skilled nursing services that expedite the recovery process, ensuring patients return home safely. Moreover, individuals who have undergone procedures like joint replacement surgeries or faced medical events like heart attacks or strokes benefit from Matthews Memorial’s comprehensive rehabilitation therapies, which enhance mobility, strength, and overall functionality.
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.
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
27% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
57% of new residents, often for short stays.
15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Louisiana average 6.5
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Louisiana average 25.7
Louisiana average 3.95
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
21 of 36 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 15 of 36 resulted from complaint investigations.
0
100% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 1.1
1
100% worse than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 0.5
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Sep 29, 2025
Corrected
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Nov 20, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Sep 10, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Sep 10, 2024
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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).
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.
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).
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.
3.7 miles from city center — 0.76 miles to nearest hospital (Rapides Pediatric Cardiology)
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
6% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average ratio: 1.56:1
0% compared with Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 8.2 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hours
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Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.9 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
No contractors work on this role.
Total hours from contractors
2,827 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 66 | 0 | 66 | 18,400 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 19 | 0 | 19 | 8,586 | 91 | 100% | 8.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 17 | 0 | 17 | 1,209 | 31 | 34% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,061 | 89 | 98% | 8.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 870 | 68 | 75% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 537 | 65 | 71% | 5.9 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 534 | 72 | 79% | 6.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 476 | 60 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 438 | 69 | 76% | 5.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 1 | 2 | 302 | 38 | 42% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 135 | 37 | 41% | 3.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 111 | 51 | 56% | 2.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 96 | 12 | 13% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 9 | 10% | 3.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 3 | 3 | 18 | 19 | 21% | 1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1% | 3.9 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
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.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.2
13% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 11.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
12.2
40% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 20.4
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
14.6%
29% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 20.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
12.5%
47% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 23.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
9.6%
44% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 17.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.6%
26% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 3.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
11.8%
86% worse than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.0%
11% worse than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 2.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
9.4%
83% worse than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 5.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
32.2%
58% worse than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 20.4%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
93.3%
In line with Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 91.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
5% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 94.9%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.42
7% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 2.61
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.19
15% worse than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 2.77
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.4%
16% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 82.5%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.3%
27% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 3.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
93.3%
23% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 76.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
22.2%
20% better than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 27.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
16.9%
15% worse than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 14.7%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.7%
119% worse than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
25.9%
52% worse than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
26.2%
48% worse than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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)
65% lower than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: $103K
51% fewer fines than Louisiana average
Louisiana average: 2.0
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
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 2, 2024
Last updated: Jan 2026
Historical financial and operational data for Matthews Memorial Health Care based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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