The Springs of Hillcrest

Nursing Home in Nevada County

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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 Springs of Hillcrest

Nursing Home in Nevada County

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.

Overview of The Springs of Hillcrest

The Spring Hillcrest is a tightly-knit nursing home that undoubtedly provides the highest standard of nursing care for elders in Prescott. The family-like surroundings provide a balance with its in-house state-of-the-art features that cater to the individual needs of its residents in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care living options. The Spring Hillcrest strives to satisfy the holistic wellness of its residents in a cozy, nurturing, and fun-filled environment.
Boasting its exclusive services, such as Serenity at The Springs, a specialized program unit for memory care residents, and a Telemedicine service that encompasses health monitoring by the immediate call of physicians to assess medical conditions as a preventive measure to rush to the hospital. Other clinical services include stroke recovery, IV therapy, orthopedic therapy, post-surgical care, pain management, technical therapy programs, and diabetic care.

(501) 224-8111

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.
2/5 ▼ 1.2 Arkansas average: 3.2/5
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.
2/5 ▼ 0.9 Arkansas average: 2.9/5
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.
3/5 ▼ 0.3 Arkansas average: 3.3/5
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.
3/5 ▼ 0.7 Arkansas average: 3.7/5

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 Arkansas state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 117th out of 170 homes in Arkansas.

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.
4h 15m per day
Rank #117 / 170Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 117th out of 170 homes in Arkansas.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Arkansas average, with a ranking across 170 Arkansas SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Arkansas avg (4h 45m per day)
vs Arkansas avg
-10%
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) 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 14m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
167 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

36% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

39% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

26% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.3M
Profit
$121.5K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$8.3M Rank #104 / 167Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 104th out of 167 homes in Arkansas.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Arkansas SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Profit
$121.5K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #95 / 167Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th out of 167 homes in Arkansas.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Arkansas average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$3.2M
38.9% of revenue Rank #64 / 167Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 64th out of 167 homes in Arkansas.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Arkansas average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.0M
Total costs $8.2M
Bed community size
90-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #16 / 81Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 81 homes in Arkansas.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Arkansas SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
91%
Rank #21 / 172Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 21st out of 172 homes in Arkansas.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Arkansas average, with its statewide rank out of 172. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Higher than the Arkansas average: 71.3%
Occupied beds
82 / 90
Average residents 77 per day

License Details

Facility TypeSkilled Nursing Facility With Dual Certified Beds (medicaid /medicare)
CountyNevada
Business TypeLimited Liability Company
Certification TypeXIX/XVIII

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Springs of Hillcrest is legally operated by Hillcrest Healthcare LLC, and administrated by Misty Applegate.

Type Of Units

Medicaid and Medicare
90 units
Total beds
90 units

Contact Information

Fax870-887-6019

Types of Care at The Springs of Hillcrest

Nursing Home

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Compare Nursing Homes around Nevada County The information below is reported by the Arkansas Department of Human Services, Office of Long Term Care.

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The Springs of Hillcrest
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.

Prescott90 90.8% +27%4.25 --9%100.0073- 40 Turner, Ginger$8.3M$3.2M38.9%45306

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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).
AR

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.
AR

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.
AR

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).
AR

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).
AR

No nursing home-level care requirement.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Arkansas SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Arkansas resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified.
AR

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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Address 13.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Prescott's city center to The Springs of Hillcrest's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 15.72 miles to nearest hospital (DaVita Hempstead County Dialysis)

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