Cottage Of The Shoals is an average performer in CMS ratings, earning a C grade with a score of 60/100. Located in Tuscumbia, Alabama, the facility meets baseline standards across most quality metrics.
With 3.13 total nurse hours per resident per day, Cottage Of The Shoals falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.
Cottage Of The Shoals shows a strong inspection record, with just 5 deficiencies noted in recent CMS surveys, none of which were classified as serious.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.13 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.75 | 0.7 | Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.62 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.76 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.72 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.44 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0573 Severity DLet each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.Aug 4, 2021 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0842 Severity DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standarAug 4, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Aug 4, 2021 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.May 13, 2019 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Aug 1, 2018 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 4.0% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 4.1% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 8.9% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.5% | 2.5% | Average |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 8.2% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 6.9% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 15.1% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 60 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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