With a score of 13/100, Pontchartrain Health Care Center ranks in the bottom tier of Louisiana nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.
Staffing at Pontchartrain Health Care Center is near the national average, with 3.85 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 42 deficiencies at Pontchartrain Health Care Center, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.85 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.21 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.28 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.36 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.33 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.10 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0656 Severity KDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Jun 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity KEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jun 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0835 Severity KAdminister the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.Jun 12, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0578 Severity EHonor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, andJun 12, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Jun 12, 2025 · Infection Control 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 | 4.5% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 1.7% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 27.9% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 11.8% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 29.1% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 11.5% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 23.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $162,920
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 13 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: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
Facility Details
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