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Life Care Center of La Center

252 W. 5th Street, La Center, KY 42056
Score: 92 / 100

Among nursing homes in Kentucky, Life Care Center Of La Center stands out with an A grade and a score of 92 out of 100. It ranks in the 97th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing at Life Care Center Of La Center is near the national average, with 3.71 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 9 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of La Center. 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 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.71 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.60 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.84 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.27 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.15 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.18 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

9
Total Deficiencies
Dec 17, 2019
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 9 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0625 Severity D
    Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospi
    Dec 17, 2019 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity D
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    Dec 17, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0679 Severity D
    Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
    Dec 17, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care 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.
    Sep 26, 2018 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity D
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    Sep 26, 2018 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 2.1% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 5.7% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 2.3% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.5% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 13.8% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 6.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 20.7% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 92 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 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
70
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Nov 13, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0