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3
Alabama average 2.9
Last Health inspection on Jun 2024
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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.
The Health Center at Research Park
Nursing Home in Huntsville
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.
The Health Center at Research Park
The Health Center at Research Park is a modern, state-of-the-art care center located in Huntsville, Alabama. It features 91 beds and offers a variety of services including skilled nursing and in-house therapy. The center provides a diverse activities program and nutritious meals to support the well-being of its residents.
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
91
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
86.2%
Residents per day (avg)
81
Occupancy rate
86.2%
Residents per day (avg)
81
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
54% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
25 - 26 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$12.9M
Profit
$946.4K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$12.9M
Profit
$946.4K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.3M
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.
$7.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$12.0M
91-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusRegular
CountyMadison
CMS Certification Number015458
The Health Center at Research Park is administrated by Hunter Wilson.
Profit StatusCorporation
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Doctor on Staff
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Specific ProgramsIn-House Therapy, Skilled Nursing, Stay Active, Videos & Photos, Contact Us, Careers
Religious ServicesYes
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
Inspection History
In Alabama, the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards conducts unannounced surveys to ensure facilities meet state licensing and federal certification safety standards.
Alabama average: 1 complaint visit
Alabama average: 1 inspection
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
20
Alabama average 10.4
Citations per inspection
6.67
Alabama average 3.46
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
13 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 7 of 20 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
3
3
329% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.2
3 critical citations
0 serious citations
16 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect critical citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 18, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 18, 2024
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 18, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 18, 2024
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 18, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Jun 18, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jun 18, 2024
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Jun 18, 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.
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
85
Employees
85
Contractors
0
Staff to resident ratio
1.06:1
32% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average ratio: 1.57:1
Avg staff/day
38
Average shift
8.8 hours
11% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 7.9 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
30,414
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
13
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
7
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
34
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0%
0 contractor hours this quarter
No contractor roles were reported this quarter.
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 34 | 0 | 34 | 13,672 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 4,675 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,762 | 85 | 93% | 9.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,324 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,542 | 65 | 71% | 8.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,122 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 835 | 69 | 76% | 6.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 539 | 59 | 65% | 9.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 532 | 77 | 85% | 5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 500 | 66 | 73% | 5.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 361 | 65 | 71% | 5.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 2% | 3.6 |
34 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
7 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
93%
6 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
71%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
76%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
65%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
85%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
71%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
69%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
73%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
71%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
2%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
80 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
10 residents (12.5%)
Medicaid
49 residents (61.3%)
Private pay or other
21 residents (26.3%)
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.
11.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.5
29% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 8.9
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.7
43% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 14.5
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
23.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
23.8%
71% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 13.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
19.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
19.3%
20% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 16.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.9%
39% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 13.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.3%
26% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 3.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.6%
11% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 5.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
4.8%
76% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.5%
36% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.8%
373% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 1.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
24.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
24.8%
20% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 20.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.1%
5% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.0%
In line with Alabama averageAlabama average: 94.8%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
79.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
79.3%
5% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 83.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
5.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
5.6%
163% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
75.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
75.3%
6% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 80.3%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$69K
7% higher than Alabama averageAlabama average: $65K
Number of fines
1
58% fewer fines than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.4
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
194% more payment denials than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$69K
Alabama average
$65K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 18, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 18, 2024
$69K
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Jun 18, 2024
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Jun 18, 2024
4 days
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Health Center at Research Park based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
86.2%
↓ 1.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
$946.4K
↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4.9M
↑ ~$345.3K vs 2022
Profit Margin
8.0%
↑ 10.4pp vs 2022
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