St. Bernards Medical Center

Overview of St. Bernards Medical Center

St. Bernards Medical Center is a regional health hub that provides quality care for families in northeast Arkansas and southeast Missouri. Founded in 1900, St. Bernards is a nonprofit organization that operates a 440-bed acute-care facility and four centers of excellence: Heart Care, Cancer Treatment, Women’s and Children’s Services, and Senior Services. Whether you need a routine checkup, a complex surgery, or a specialized treatment, you can trust St. Bernards to deliver compassionate and cutting-edge care close to home.

St. Bernards Medical Center is not only a hospital, but also a community. It serves as a regional referral center for 23 counties, reaching over one million people. It supports various outreach programs and initiatives that aim to improve the health and well-being of the people in its service area. It also fosters a culture of excellence and innovation among its staff, physicians, volunteers, and donors. St. Bernards is more than just a hospital. It is your partner in health.

(870) 207-4100

Walk Score: 62 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Types of Care at St. Bernards Medical Center

Skilled Nursing

ARChoices

Arkansas Medicaid ARChoices

Age 65+ or 21+ with disability

General Arkansas resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural focus; possible waitlists.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals ($7/meal) Respite care (240 hours/year) Adult day services ($60/day)

Choices in Living Resource Center

Arkansas Choices in Living

Age 60+

General Arkansas resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Limited direct funding; mostly referral-based.

Benefits

Care coordination Limited respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation assistance (~5 trips/month)

Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver

Arkansas Medicaid Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver

Age 65+

General Arkansas resident, requires nursing home-level care, lives in a Level II assisted living facility.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal rules apply.

Limited provider network; excludes Level I facilities (no nursing services).

Benefits

Personal care (~5 hours/day) Medication management Nursing Activities Transportation

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Arkansas Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Arkansas resident, nursing home-level care, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Limited geographic availability.

Benefits

Primary/preventive care Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals Transportation Therapy

Arkansas State Plan Personal Care

Arkansas Medicaid Personal Care Program

Age —

General Any age, Arkansas resident, needs ADL/IADL help, Medicaid-eligible.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual

Asset Limits $9,660 (individual), $14,470 (couple).

No nursing home-level care requirement.

Benefits

Personal care (~4-6 hours/day) Homemaker services (e.g., meal prep)

291.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Jonesboro's city center to St. Bernards Medical Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.02 miles to nearest hospital (St. Bernards Medical Center)

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Bradford House 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. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Bentonville	85	82.9%	+16%	4.76				+20%	+2%	$0	15	3.8	-	74	43	Quincy Dye	$9.4M	$4.5M	47.5%	45373
Apple Creek Health 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.	Centerton	114	84.6%	+19%	5.18				-29%	+11%	$8.4k	11	2.8	1	96	14	Diane Gregg	$14.6M	$6.0M	40.9%	45465

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What neighborhood is St. Bernards Medical Center in?

St. Bernards Medical Center is in the East Washington Avenue neighborhood.

Is St. Bernards Medical Center in a walkable area?

St. Bernards Medical Center has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the phone number of St. Bernards Medical Center?

(870) 207-4100 will put you in contact with the team at St. Bernards Medical Center.

Is St. Bernards Medical Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

St. Bernards Medical Center is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of St. Bernards Medical Center

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