Prestonsburg Health Care Center
Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Palliative Care & Skilled Nursing · Prestonsburg, KY
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Prestonsburg Health Care Center

Nursing Home, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Palliative Care & Skilled Nursing · Prestonsburg, KY
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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Prestonsburg Health Care Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

Overview of Prestonsburg Health Care Center

Operated under Lynn Watts’ ownership, Prestonsburg Health Care Center is an SNF on North Highland Avenue in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. It is newly established, having opened roughly one year ago, and serves Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents seeking short-term rehabilitation or longer-term nursing care. It’s a smaller community with 56 beds, currently at 82 percent occupancy, creating a modest setting where staff-to-resident ratios tend to be more intimate than larger facilities.

Prestonsburg Health Care Center is built around rehabilitation and acute nursing care. Total daily nursing support averages 3 hours 21 minutes per resident, which includes registered nurse time, licensed practical nurses, and certified nurse aides. The home offers short-term rehabilitation following surgery or hospitalization, respite care for temporary stays, and a doctor on staff available to occupants. It also provides specialized care for residents with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, reflecting a dedication to memory-care needs. The typical resident stay is around 108 days, suggesting a turnover of people moving through post-acute rehabilitation or those transitioning to other settings over time. Everyday medical support is boosted by an on-site 24-hour pharmacy, dental and optometry services, and on-site podiatry, which can reduce the logistical burden of coordinating outside appointments. The car-dependent neighborhood has limited walkable options nearby, so residents and visiting families will want to plan for transportation. Amenities include a beauty shop, multi-denominational religious services led by a full-time chaplain, complimentary transportation for physician appointments, satellite television in every room, facility-wide Wi-Fi, and a volunteer program. Such supports aim to sustain daily comfort and connection.

State inspections have consistently found Prestonsburg Health Care Center complying with infection control practices and regulatory standards, with no deficiencies documented. During the recent review, a complaint investigated was found to be unsubstantiated with no violations cited.

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.
▲ 77.6% Above KY avg. ▲ 77.6% Above KY avg.KY average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 71.4% Above KY avg. ▲ 71.4% Above KY avg.KY average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 49.9% Above KY avg. ▲ 49.9% Above KY avg.KY average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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.
▲ 72.7% Above KY avg. ▲ 72.7% Above KY avg.KY average: 2.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Kentucky state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 74th out of 189 homes in Kentucky for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 21m per day
Rank #74 / 189Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 189 homes in Kentucky for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Kentucky average, with a ranking across 189 Kentucky facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kentucky that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Kentucky avg (3h 45m per day)
vs Kentucky avg
-11%

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +100% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 57m per day ▲ 24% State avg: 46m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 33m per day ▼ 32% State avg: 49m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 28m per day ■ Avg State avg: 2h 26m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 29m per day ■ Avg State avg: 3h 30m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 8m per day ▲ 100% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 31m per day ■ Avg State avg: 31m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
108 days
Bed community size
56-bed community Rank #248 / 341Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 248th out of 341 homes in Kentucky for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Kentucky facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kentucky that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #53 / 160Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd out of 160 homes in Kentucky for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Kentucky facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kentucky that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 7 / 100 Rank #382 / 423Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 382nd out of 423 homes in Kentucky for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Kentucky facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kentucky that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
82%
Rank #123 / 168Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 123rd out of 168 homes in Kentucky for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Kentucky average, with its Statewide rank out of 168. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kentucky that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Kentucky average: 81.3%
Occupied beds
46 / 56
Average occupied beds in Kentucky homes 80 beds

License Details

Facility TypeLong Term Care (nursing Facility)
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 1, 2025
CountyFloyd
License Number100126
CMS Certification Number185304

Ownership & Operating Entity

Prestonsburg Health Care Center is administered by Lynn Watts.

Owner NameLP Prestonsburg, LLC

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Doctor on Staff
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Satellite Television
Concierge Services
Complimentary Transportation For Physician Appointments
24-Hour Pharmacy
Tvs And Satellite/Cable In Every Room
Annual Hall Of Fame Café® Event
Quality Of Life Program
Full-Time Chaplain
Multi-Denominational Weekly Religious Services
Facility-Wide Wifi™
Lifeline Personal Emergency Response System Distributor
Onsite Podiatry
Dental And Optometry Services
Facility Van
Beauty Shop
Volunteer Program
24-Hour Visitation
Bereavement Accommodations
Facility Pet
Specific ProgramsClinical Services, Care Navigation
Religious Services
Volunteer Program
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM

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Inspection History

In Kentucky, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Inspector General is the regulatory authority that conducts inspections and investigates complaints in all long-term care homes.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data 4 deficiencies

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

Since 2019 vs. Kentucky state average
Overall vs. KY average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Kentucky average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)

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

This FacilityKY Averagevs. KY Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 46 This facility has 33% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kentucky nursing home (4 vs. KY avg 6).↓ 33% better

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

  • August 7, 2025 inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with infection control and CDC practices.
  • February 10, 2025 abbreviated survey found no deficient practices or regulatory violations.
  • Complaint #688556 investigated in August 2025 was unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2019
Total health inspections 2

State average 2.9


Last Health inspection on Aug 2022

Total health citations
4 Rank #10 / 191Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 191 homes in Kentucky for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Kentucky State average, with a ranking across all 191 KY facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kentucky that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 13.5

Citations per inspection
2 Rank #16 / 191Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 191 homes in Kentucky for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Kentucky mean across 191 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kentucky that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 4.4


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

All 4 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than State average

State average: 1.1


Serious health citations
0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.6

0 critical citations State average: 1.1

0 serious citations State average: 0.6

4 moderate citations State average: 11.6

0 minor citations State average: 0.1
Citations history (last 7 years)
Administration moderate citation Aug 26, 2022
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Sep 27, 2019
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Sep 27, 2019
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Sep 27, 2019
Corrected

Staffing Data

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

Total staff 79
Employees 76
Contractors 3
Staff to resident ratio 1.72 : 1
0% compared with Kentucky average
Kentucky average ratio: 1.72 : 1 Kentucky average ratio: 1.72 : 1See full Kentucky ranking
Avg staff/day 28
Average shift 8.5 hours
0% compared with Kentucky average
Kentucky average: 8.5 hours Kentucky average shift: 8.5 hoursSee full Kentucky ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 21,974

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 Info 13 total: 12 full-time employees and 1 contractor. 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 6 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 6
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.3 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 35 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 35
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.2 hours

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

0.3%

65 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 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 Assistant3503510,84092100%9.2
Licensed Practical Nurse6062,58992100%10.3
Registered Nurse121132,34092100%8.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist7071,5846672%8.1
Medication Aide/Technician3036785358%9.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician2026226874%6.6
Dietitian1015416470%8.5
Nurse Practitioner1015046368%8
Dental Services Staff1015026267%8.1
Administrator1014886166%8
Other Dietary Services Staff1014386065%7.3
Physical Therapy Assistant3034306874%6.3
Qualified Social Worker2023536672%5.4
Medical Director011302628%1.2
Occupational Therapy Assistant011301617%1.9
Speech Language Pathologist101611%5.5
35 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
6 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 72%
3 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 58%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 74%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 68%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 67%
1 Administrator
% of Days 66%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 65%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 74%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 72%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 28%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 17%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 1%

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. 17.1
63% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 31.2
65% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 18.9

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Kentucky avg: 3.5 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 22.1%
31% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 16.8%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 46.4%
136% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 19.6%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 25.3%
23% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 20.5%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.5%
47% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 3.8%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.6%
38% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 5.8%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.5%
32% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.9%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.9%
17% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 6.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 7.0%
51% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 14.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 5.0%
68% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 15.6%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.2%
5% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 93.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 96.2%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.95
49% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.87

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.86
61% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 2.19

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Kentucky avg: 2.2 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 91.3%
9% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 83.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.7%
65% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 1.9%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 93.2%
12% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 83.6%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 33.6%
37% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 24.5%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 7.6%
45% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 13.9%

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

Kentucky 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. 73.9%
38% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 44.2%
13% worse than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

27% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

65% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

7% 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 46
Medicare
1
2.2% of residents
Medicaid
30
65.2% of residents
Private pay or other
15
32.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

For-profit
Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$6.8M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$1.5M
For-profit Operated by a single business entity.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$6.8M Rank #168 / 192Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 168th out of 192 homes in Kentucky for revenue. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Kentucky average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kentucky that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$1.5M
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$9.0K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #179 / 192Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 179th out of 192 homes in Kentucky for payroll. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Kentucky average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kentucky that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$2.4M 35% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #135 / 192Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 135th out of 192 homes in Kentucky for payroll %. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Kentucky average. Well-run Kentucky facilities typically land around 50–61% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Kentucky that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$3.0M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$5.4M

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.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (65% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 2 - 3 months.

Admissions
147 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 27%
Private pay 65%
Medicaid 7%
Discharges
156 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 26%
Private pay 58%
Medicaid 17%

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Rank #98 / 192
43.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 43.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #161 / 192
185240
Maysville Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility
NH
SNF
Maysville
130
Facility 130
KY AVG 82
Rank #37 / 341
88.5%
Facility 88.5%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #87 / 168
+5%
3.07
Facility 3.07
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #137 / 189
-49%-18%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 195
4
Facility 4
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #10 / 191
4.0
Facility 4.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #89 / 191
-115-
55
Facility 55
KY AVG 41
Rank #126 / 423
-
$13.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #37 / 192
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #57 / 192
45.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #137 / 192
185207
Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care
NH
SNF
Mount Vernon
143
Facility 143
KY AVG 82
Rank #26 / 341
82.5%
Facility 82.5%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #122 / 168
-2%
2.36
Facility 2.36
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #181 / 189
+103%-37%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 195
4
Facility 4
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #10 / 191
2.0
Facility 2.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #16 / 191
-118-
49
Facility 49
KY AVG 41
Rank #170 / 423
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Prestonsburg Health Care Center
NH
HOS
MC
PC
SNF
Prestonsburg
56
Facility 56
KY AVG 82
Rank #248 / 341
82.1%
Facility 82.1%
KY AVG 84.3
Rank #123 / 168
-3%
3.35
Facility 3.35
KY AVG 3.75
Rank #74 / 189
+53%-11%
$0
Facility $0
KY AVG $65.4k
Rank #1 / 195
4
Facility 4
KY AVG 13.5
Rank #10 / 191
2.0
Facility 2.0
KY AVG 4.4
Rank #16 / 191
-46-
7
Facility 7
KY AVG 41
Rank #382 / 423
Lynn Watts
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $10.5M
Rank #168 / 192
$2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $2.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG $4.0M
Rank #179 / 192
35%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 35%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
KY AVG 40.7%
Rank #135 / 192
185304

Frequently Asked Questions about Prestonsburg Health Care Center

Who is the owner of Prestonsburg Health Care Center?

Prestonsburg Health Care Center is legally operated by LP Prestonsburg, LLC, and administered by Lynn Watts.

Is Prestonsburg Health Care Center in a walkable area?

Prestonsburg Health Care Center has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Prestonsburg Health Care Center?

According to KY state health department records, Prestonsburg Health Care Center's license number is 100126.

What is the occupancy rate at Prestonsburg Health Care Center?

Prestonsburg Health Care Center's occupancy is 82%.

How long has Prestonsburg Health Care Center been in business?

Prestonsburg Health Care Center has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Prestonsburg Health Care Center?

No, Prestonsburg Health Care Center has a no-pet policy.

Does Prestonsburg Health Care Center operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Prestonsburg Health Care Center is registered as a for-profit in KY.

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