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LITTLE RIVER NURSING & REHAB

162 HWY 32-2A, ASHDOWN, AR 71822
Score: 86 / 100

Little River Nursing & Rehab is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Ashdown, Arkansas, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 86/100, it ranks in the top 22% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Little River Nursing & Rehab exceed national averages, with 4.40 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 0.64 hours per resident per day is near the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 16 deficiencies at Little River Nursing & Rehab. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 6 / 15 pts
2 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.40 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.64 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.14 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.62 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.56 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.42 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

16
Total Deficiencies
Jan 23, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 15 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Jan 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0758 Severity D
    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psy
    Jan 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service 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.
    Feb 29, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0623 Severity E
    Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including a
    Feb 29, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity E
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Feb 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care 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 9.7% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 5.1% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 11.3% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 4.5% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 19.4% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 8.9% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 22.5% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 86 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - County
Certified Beds
85
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 23, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2