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Alpine Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation

2401 NORTH SERVICE ROAD, RUSTON, LA 71270
Score: 25 / 100

With a score of 25/100, Alpine Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation 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.

With 3.02 total nurse hours per resident per day, Alpine Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 24 deficiencies at Alpine Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation. 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 10 / 25 pts
2 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 4 / 20 pts
1 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 3 / 15 pts
1 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.02 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.23 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.80 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.99 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.64 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.15 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

24
Total Deficiencies
Jan 12, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 24 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0725 Severity F
    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    Jan 12, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0726 Severity E
    Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
    Jan 12, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jan 12, 2026 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0554 Severity D
    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    Jan 12, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0641 Severity E
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Dec 3, 2024 · 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 11.6% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.9% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 14.3% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 34.1% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 0.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 21.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 25 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
144
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 3, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10