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Nursing Home in Arkansas

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.

Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Nursing Home in Arkansas

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.

Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

1404 North 28th Street, Van Buren, AR 72956 View map
Overview of Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is dedicated to providing professional and compassionate care. The facility offers comfortable places for residents to relax and goal-oriented rehabilitation programs led by professionals. Residents enjoy well-balanced, delicious home-cooked meals.

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.
4/5
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.
4/5
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
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
Arkansas average: 3.7/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
4h 40m per day

This home provides 2% less nursing time per resident than the Arkansas average.

Arkansas average: 4h 45m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 140

This home is often near full

That suggests steady demand, but availability may be limited.

Higher demand than most homes in Arkansas
Occupancy rate 710.2%
Residents per day (avg) 114
Occupancy rate
710.2%
Residents per day (avg)
114

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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

48% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

27% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 11 - 12 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.4M
Profit
$1.3M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10,384,373.00
Profit
$1,340,527.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.2M
40.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.9M
Total costs $9.0M
Bed community size
140-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeSkilled Nursing Facility With Dual Certified Beds (medicaid/medicare)
CountyCrawford

Additional Licensing Details

CMS Certification Number045268
Certification TypeXIX/XVIII

Ownership & Operating Entity

Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is administrated by Cynthia McArthur.

Owner NameWonder Boys Properties of Arkansas, LLC
Profit StatusLimited Liability Company

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Contact Information

Fax479-471-8570

Amenities & Lifestyle

3 amenities
Comfortable Places To Relax
Goal-Oriented Rehab Programs
Well-Balanced Home-Cooked Meals
Specific ProgramsServices, Amenities, Gallery, Contact Us

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionWell-balanced, delicious home-cooked meals
Contact Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

Arkansas average 4.2


Last Health inspection on Sep 2024

Total health citations 20

Arkansas average 21.8

Citations per inspection
6.67

Arkansas average 5.32


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

18 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 20 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 0.2

0 critical citations More info Arkansas average: 0.4

0 serious citations More info Arkansas average: 0.2

19 moderate citations More info Arkansas average: 20.9

1 minor citation More info Arkansas average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Sep 19, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Sep 19, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Sep 19, 2024
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Info Issues related to building safety, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall living conditions. Jul 14, 2023
Corrected

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

5 facilities compared · CMS & AR Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Ash Flat Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
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.

Ash Flat
105
54.3%
-24%
4.87
+1%
+4%
0
18
6.0
0
53
-
French, Misty
$6.3M
$2.1M
33.6%
45155
Alma Nursing and Rehab, LLC
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.

Alma
80
93.6%
+31%
4.96
-40%
+6%
0
10
3.3
0
69
-
George-Fort, Debra
$11.6M
$3.3M
28.2%
45370
Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
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.

Van Buren
140
710.2%
+896%
4.67
-57%
0%
0
20
6.7
0
114
-
Rye, Robert
$10.4M
$4.2M
40.2%
45268
Alcoa Pines 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.

Benton
120
65.4%
-8%
4.54
-22%
-3%
2
25
3.6
1
91
A+
Edala, Arpana
$11.7M
$3.7M
31.5%
45408
Arbor Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
-
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.

Malvern
94
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-
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0
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 210
Employees 150
Contractors 60
Staff to resident ratio 2.08:1
29% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average ratio: 1.61:1

Avg staff/day 64
Average shift 8.5 hours
6% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 49,268
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 5
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 43
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 128
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

11.3%

5,589 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 30 Licensed Practical Nurse: 16 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Registered Nurse: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant983012826,90291100%8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse27164311,50591100%8.4
Nurse Aide in Training100101,8607077%7.4
Registered Nurse4151,2128998%8.3
RN Director of Nursing2021,0667279%8.8
Speech Language Pathologist0339076571%10.4
Physical Therapy Aide0337507077%10.7
Physical Therapy Assistant0117376673%11.2
Other Dietary Services Staff4047066167%7.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0227016369%10.9
Mental Health Service Worker1017006976%10.1
Medication Aide/Technician1015854651%12.7
Administrator1014806470%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1014806470%7.5
Dietitian1012833943%7.3
Qualified Social Worker0112606470%4.1
Occupational Therapy Aide0111061820%5.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112433%8
Medical Director011633%2
128 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
43 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
10 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 77%
5 Registered Nurse
% of Days 98%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 79%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 71%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 77%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 73%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 67%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 69%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 76%
1 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 51%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 43%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 20%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
101 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
4 residents (4%)
Medicaid
81 residents (80.2%)
Private pay or other
16 residents (15.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 4.6
40% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 7.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 5.7
58% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 13.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 5.3%
54% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 11.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 6.9%
48% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 13.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 4.8%
69% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 15.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.3%
17% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 3.9%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.0%
17% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 4.7%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.3%
80% worse than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 1.3%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 3.7%
26% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 5.0%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 15.9%
925% worse than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 1.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 24.1%
131% worse than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 10.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.8%
6% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 94.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 96.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 93.4%
15% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 80.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 3.4%
125% worse than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 96.2%
24% better than Arkansas average

Arkansas average: 77.7%

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ARChoices

Arkansas Medicaid ARChoices

Age 65+ or 21+ with disability, Arkansas resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

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

Rural focus; possible waitlists.

Choices in Living Resource Center

Arkansas Choices in Living

Age 60+, Arkansas resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited direct funding; mostly referral-based.

Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver

Arkansas Medicaid Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver

Age 65+, Arkansas resident, requires nursing home-level care, lives in a Level II assisted living facility.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

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

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

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

Arkansas Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Arkansas resident, nursing home-level care, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

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

Limited geographic availability.

Arkansas State Plan Personal Care

Arkansas Medicaid Personal Care Program

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

~$1,004/month (individual).

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

No nursing home-level care requirement.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Arkansas SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Arkansas resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.