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The Health Center at Research Park
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Huntsville, AL
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The Health Center at Research Park

Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Huntsville, AL
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.
5275 Millennium Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806-2457 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
The Health Center at Research Park accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.
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Overview of The Health Center at Research Park

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The Health Center at Research Park is a 91-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility at 5275 Millennium Drive NW in the Quigley neighborhood of Huntsville, Alabama, in Madison County. Operated by Ensign Services and administered by Hunter Wilson, the for-profit corporation has held Medicare and Medicaid certification since 2007. It accepts most major insurance plans alongside private pay, and pricing runs around $6,631 to $7,692 monthly. The center positions itself as Huntsville’s premier destination for short-term rehabilitation, with an in-house therapy team providing physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and a dedicated “Stay Active” program. It is located near historic Oakwood University, north of downtown Huntsville, with a walk score of 78, one of the highest for any nursing facility in this review, meaning most daily errands are walkable from the Millennium Drive campus.

The inspection record spans four surveys: March 2019, April 2021, and two reports dated June 18, 2024, the dual date denoting a standard survey with a complaint investigation. Two enforcement actions are on record per CMS data. Families should review the complete inspection record on Medicare Care Compare before placement, particularly the June 2024 complaint investigation. Quality measure performance is the facility’s most significant area of concern. Long-stay residents experience hospitalizations at 2.30 per 1,000 resident days, 15 percent above the Alabama average, and emergency department visits at 2.39 per 1,000 days, 34 percent above average. Both figures suggest that daily clinical management for long-stay residents may not be preventing acute deterioration at the rate peers achieve. For short-stay residents, re-hospitalization at 22.1 percent is 10 percent better than the Alabama average, a positive signal for the rehabilitation pathway, but falls with major injury during SNF stays run 78 percent above the state benchmark (1.4 percent vs. 0.8 percent), and self-care ability at discharge of 33.3 percent is 38 percent below the state average of 53.7 percent, indicating that a meaningful share of short-stay residents aren’t reaching expected functional recovery levels before discharge. Return to home or community at 49.0 percent is in line with the state average. Meanwhile, staffing presents a split profile. RN hours at 46 minutes per resident per day are 21 percent above the Alabama state average, indicating strong registered nurse clinical oversight. Weekend RN coverage at 27 minutes per day is 23 percent above the state average, a positive differentiator. Physical therapist hours are 7 minutes per day, 250 percent above the Alabama benchmark of 2 minutes, reflecting the facility’s rehabilitation emphasis. However, LPN hours at 28 minutes per day are 40 percent below the 47 minutes Alabama average, a meaningful gap in hands-on bedside care. CNA hours (2 hours 23 minutes) and weekend total nursing (2 hours 56 minutes) are modestly below state averages. Payroll at 41.4 percent of revenue is below the 54–69 percent Alabama benchmark range, warranting attention alongside the LPN staffing deficit.

Features include 91 beds and beautiful spacious rooms in either private or semi-private settings, a diverse activities program, nutritious satisfying menus, housekeeping and laundry services, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Additional clinical services are hospice, catheter and colostomy care, diabetes management, incontinence care, and medication management, a broader clinical scope than many similarly sized facilities. A family council is active, and religious services are available.

The Health Center at Research Park suits families in the Huntsville area seeking a well-located, Ensign-operated facility with above-average RN staffing and a rehabilitation-forward physical therapy model. The LPN staffing gap, below-benchmark quality measures for long-stay residents, and the June 2024 complaint investigation are vital considerations that families must address through a direct visit and conversation with facility leadership. They should also review the full inspection record on Medicare Care Compare before proceeding.

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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.
▼ 66.0% Below AL avg. ▼ 66.0% Below AL avg.AL average: 2.9Click 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.
▼ 64.7% Below AL avg. ▼ 64.7% Below AL avg.AL average: 2.8Click 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.
▼ 15.3% Below AL avg. ▼ 15.3% Below AL avg.AL average: 3.5Click 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.
At AL avg. At AL avg.AL average: 3.0Click 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 Alabama state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 105th out of 136 homes in Alabama 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 56m per day
Rank #105 / 136Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 136 homes in Alabama. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Alabama average, with a ranking across 136 Alabama facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama 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 Alabama avg (4h 22m per day)
vs Alabama avg
-10%

3 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +48% 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. 40m per day ▲ 6% State avg: 38m 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. 39m per day ▼ 17% State avg: 47m 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 9m per day ▼ 14% State avg: 2h 30m 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. 2h 49m per day ▼ 14% State avg: 3h 17m 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. 3m per day ▲ 48% State avg: 2m 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. 24m per day ▲ 7% State avg: 22m 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.
150 days
Bed community size
91-bed community Rank #103 / 245Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 103rd out of 245 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Alabama facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 78 / 100 Rank #9 / 418Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 418 homes in Alabama. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Alabama facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
86%
Rank #54 / 138Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 138 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Alabama average, with its Statewide rank out of 138. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama 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.
Higher than the Alabama average: 80.8%
Occupied beds
78 / 91
Average occupied beds in Alabama homes 97 beds

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusRegular
CountyMadison
CMS Certification Number015458

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Health Center at Research Park is administered by Hunter Wilson.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Doctor on Staff
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsIn-House Therapy, Videos & Photos
Religious Services

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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 below average Alabama avg: 3.3 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. 2.30
15% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 2.00

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.39
34% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 1.79

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Alabama avg: 2.1 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. 22.1%
10% better than Alabama average

Alabama average: 24.5%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 11.7%
In line with Alabama average

Alabama average: 11.5%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.4%
78% worse than Alabama average

Alabama 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. 33.3%
38% worse than Alabama average

Alabama average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 49.0%
In line with Alabama average

Alabama 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

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

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

For-profit
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."
$9.3M
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."
-$92.1K
For-profit 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."
$9.3M Rank #50 / 135Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 135 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Alabama average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama 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."
-$92.1K
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.
$1.0M
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 #71 / 135Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st out of 135 homes in Alabama. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Alabama average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama 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.
$4.9M 52.2% 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 #122 / 133Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 122nd out of 133 homes in Alabama. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Alabama average. Well-run Alabama facilities typically land around 54–69% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama 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).
$4.6M
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).
$9.4M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administered by Hunter Wilson.

This home is owned by Ahp Orchards LLC

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 15458

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (54% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 2 - 3 months.

Admissions
181 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 45%
Private pay 54%
Medicaid 1%
Discharges
191 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 46%
Private pay 47%
Medicaid 7%

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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The Health Center at Research Park is located in Huntsville, Alabama.
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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Alabama resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care but can live in community with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
AL

Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.

Benefits
In-home personal care (4-6 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$50/day avg.) Home-delivered meals Case management

Alabama Respite for Caregivers Program

Alabama Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Alabama resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
AL

Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$50/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

SenioRx Prescription Assistance Program

AL SenioRx

Age 55+
General Alabama resident, chronic illness requiring daily medication, not fully covered by other drug plans.
Income Limits ~$3,000/month individual, varies by AAA
Asset Limits Not strictly enforced; income-focused.
AL

High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant) Medication management support

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AL WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Alabama resident, own or rent home, low-income status.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-driven.
AL

Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AL Section 202

Age 62+
General Alabama resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
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High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Alabama CARES Program

AL CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of Alabama residents aged 60+ needing assistance with 3+ daily activities; no age limit for caregivers.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing based on recipient’s income e.g., ~$2,500/month threshold
Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on need.
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Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Health Center at Research Park

What neighborhood is The Health Center at Research Park in?

The Health Center at Research Park is in the Quigley neighborhood of Huntsville.

Is The Health Center at Research Park in a walkable area?

The Health Center at Research Park has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at The Health Center at Research Park?

The Health Center at Research Park's occupancy is 86%.

Does The Health Center at Research Park operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Health Center at Research Park is registered as a for-profit in AL.

Who is the administrator of The Health Center at Research Park?

Hunter Wilson is the administrator of The Health Center at Research Park.

How many beds does The Health Center at Research Park have?

The Health Center at Research Park has 91 beds.

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