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PONCHATOULA COMMUNITY CARE CENTER

1560 HIGHWAY 51, PONCHATOULA, LA 70454
Score: 92 / 100

Among nursing homes in Louisiana, Ponchatoula Community Care Center stands out with an A grade and a score of 92 out of 100. It ranks in the 98th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Ponchatoula Community Care Center provides above-average staffing with 4.51 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 10 deficiencies at Ponchatoula Community Care 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 4.51 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.20 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.49 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.82 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.73 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.07 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

10
Total Deficiencies
Aug 14, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 2 Minor 🟠 8 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Aug 14, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Aug 14, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0600 Severity D
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Aug 14, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0641 Severity D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Aug 14, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Aug 14, 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 2.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.7% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 9.8% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 4.4% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 4.9% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 15.0% 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
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
140
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 5, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0