F

MATTHEWS MEMORIAL HEALTH CARE CENTER

5100 JACKSON STREET EXT., ALEXANDRIA, LA 71303
Score: 34 / 100

With a score of 34/100, Matthews Memorial 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 Matthews Memorial Health Care Center is near the national average, with 4.02 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 33 deficiencies at Matthews Memorial Health Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 3 / 15 pts
1 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.02 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.20 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.17 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.65 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.98 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.12 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

33
Total Deficiencies
Dec 3, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 33 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0644 Severity D
    Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
    Dec 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • 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.
    Dec 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity D
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Dec 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Dec 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0692 Severity D
    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    Dec 3, 2025 · 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 11.4% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 2.3% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 34.1% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 3.4% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 15.5% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 10.4% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 10.6% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

1 penalty recorded by CMS

Total fines: $36,140

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 34 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -5 pts
  • Fine deductions: -3 pts

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
124
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 3, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
8