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RIVER CITY CENTER

1350 FOURTEENTH AVENUE SOUTHEAST, DECATUR, AL 35601
Score: 38 / 100

River City Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 38/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Alabama. Families considering this Decatur facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.

With 3.29 total nurse hours per resident per day, River City Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 12 deficiencies at River City Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.29 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.79 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.81 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.69 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.89 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.47 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

12
Total Deficiencies
Apr 28, 2021
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 11 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0803 Severity F
    Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the nee
    Apr 28, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Apr 28, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0814 Severity F
    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
    Apr 28, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Apr 28, 2021 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0809 Severity D
    Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals
    Apr 28, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 8.2% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 3.0% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 17.8% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.6% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 15.8% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.2% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 20.6% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 38 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
183
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Apr 28, 2021
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6