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Sam Swope Care Center
Nursing Home, Memory Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Masonic Home, 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.
Lush outdoor area with building entrance in the background Quiet residential street with houses and American flags A smiling resident sitting in a cozy living room chair Staff assisting a resident in a wheelchair A woman in a wheelchair interacting with a young girl Therapist assisting a resident in a rehabilitation area Resident enjoying the outdoor garden space with a mobility aid A resident smiling next to framed flower photos in a common area

Sam Swope Care Center

Nursing Home, Memory Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Masonic Home, 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.
240 Masonic Home Drive, Masonic Home, KY 40041 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Sam Swope Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
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Overview of Sam Swope Care Center

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Sam Swope Care Center is a 268-bed skilled nursing facility located at 240 Masonic Home Drive in Masonic Home, Kentucky. Part of the larger Masonic Homes of Louisville campus in Jefferson County, the nonprofit community accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Total nursing hours are 4 hours and 59 minutes per resident per day, which is 25% above the Kentucky average. RN hours are 43 minutes per day, and weekend RN coverage is 39 minutes—25% above the state average. While the facility holds an above-average quality measures rating, its CMS staffing sub-rating is categorized as 2 stars. Long-stay emergency department visits are 55% better than the state average, though falls with major injury are recorded at 1.5%.

The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services oversees inspections. Sam Swope Care Center maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of 1.0. Records from 2025 show full regulatory compliance in multiple surveys, including an April re-licensure survey and a January complaint investigation. The facility has no recorded payment denials or license issues over the past three years.

The campus features an intergenerational model, including an on-site preschool and daycare. Services encompass skilled nursing, memory care, dialysis, and rehabilitation. Amenities include private rooms, walking paths, and a beauty salon. Residents have access to a care clinic and home care options. Since specific monthly pricing is not provided in public records, families should request a current fee schedule during a facility tour.

Families seeking a large, mission-driven facility with high staffing levels and specialized dialysis services may find this environment appropriate. Those evaluating the center should discuss the quality measures regarding resident falls and Achieving Self-Care goals with the administrator before making a placement decision.

Facility Direct Line (502) 897-4907
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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.
▼ 29.0% Below KY avg. ▼ 29.0% Below 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.
▼ 31.4% Below KY avg. ▼ 31.4% Below 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.
▲ 38.2% Above KY avg. ▲ 38.2% 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 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 vs Kentucky averages

Rank #10 / 189Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th 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.

Total nursing care Info This home is ranked 10th 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.

5h 12m

38% above state avg
Staff type
Hours / day / resident
vs 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.
39m
−15% 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.
1h 22m
+68% 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.
3h 1m
+24% 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.
4h 32m
+29% 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.
7m
+66% 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
Avg State avg: 31m per day · National avg: 28m per day

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric: LPN / LVN is +68% above Kentucky average

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.
84 days
Bed community size
268-bed community Rank #2 / 341Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 66 / 100 Rank #73 / 403Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 403 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
28%
Rank #168 / 168Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 168th 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.
Lower than the Kentucky average: 81.3%
Occupied beds
74 / 268
Average occupied beds in Kentucky homes 80 beds

License Details

Facility TypeLong Term Care (Nursing Facility, Personal Care)
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 1, 2025
ExpirationNovember 30, 2026
CountyJefferson
License Number100225

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sam Swope Care Center is administered by David Brown.

Owner NameMasonic Homes Of Louisville, LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Amenities & Lifestyle

Skilled Nursing Care
Specific ProgramsCare Clinic, Home Care, Dialysis, Day Care & Preschool

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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 2025 · 1 year of data 0 deficiencies 2 inspections

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 2025 vs. Kentucky state average
Overall vs. KY average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Kentucky average:
• Total deficiencies (100% 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. 06 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Kentucky nursing home (0 vs. KY avg 6).↓ 100% better
Standout metricNo deficiencies on file since 2025 — the Kentucky average is 6.

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityKY Averagevs. KY Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 24 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Kentucky average (2 vs. KY avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
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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.

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.06
10% worse 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. 0.98
55% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 2.19

Short-stay resident measures
Average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 22.0%
10% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 24.5%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 8.4%
40% 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. 1.5%
88% worse 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. 40.3%
25% worse 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. 53.2%
5% better than Kentucky average

Kentucky average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

58% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

41% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 7 - 8 years

Finances and operations

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

Nonprofit
Nonprofit Corporation
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."
$23.8M
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."
-$4.0M
Nonprofit Nonprofit Corporation
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."
$23.8M Rank #1 / 184Net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 184 homes in Kentucky. Shows this facility's net patient revenue compared to the Kentucky average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. 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.
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."
-$4.0M
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.
$185.9K
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 #3 / 184Payroll costs — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 184 homes in Kentucky. Shows total staff payroll — salaries plus wage-related benefits — benchmarked to the Kentucky average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Higher payroll relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on 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.
$13.8M 58.1% 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 #29 / 184Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 184 homes in Kentucky. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Kentucky average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. 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.
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).
$13.9M
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).
$27.8M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by David Brown.

This home is owned by Harold Armstrong

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 185388

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (58% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 23 days.

Admissions
559 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 58%
Private pay 41%
Medicaid 1%
Discharges
609 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 48%
Private pay 51%
Medicaid 2%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sam Swope Care Center

What neighborhood is Sam Swope Care Center in?

Sam Swope Care Center is in the Metro Council District 9 neighborhood of MASONIC HOME.

Who is the owner of Sam Swope Care Center?

Sam Swope Care Center is legally operated by Masonic Homes Of Louisville, LLC, and administered by David Brown.

Is Sam Swope Care Center in a walkable area?

Sam Swope Care Center has a walk score of 66. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Sam Swope Care Center?

According to KY state health department records, Sam Swope Care Center's license number is 100225.

When does Sam Swope Care Center's license expire?

According to KY state health department records, Sam Swope Care Center's license expires on November 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Sam Swope Care Center?

Sam Swope Care Center's occupancy is 28%.

Are pets allowed at Sam Swope Care Center?

Yes, Sam Swope Care Center allows residents to bring their pets.

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