Brookdale University Park SNF (al)
501 University Park Drive · Birmingham, AL · 35209 · 2058700786
66 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Brookdale Senior Living Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 77 points, but Recommended is gated: CMS rates its health inspections "much below average". That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.31 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.92 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.86 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 44% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (17 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F June 27, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F June 27, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected April 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected July 25, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2019
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected January 8, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F December 5, 2019
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 8, 2020 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 5, 2019
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 8, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2018
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 24, 2018 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2018
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 24, 2018 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2018
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected December 24, 2018 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2018
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected December 24, 2018 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D November 20, 2018
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected December 24, 2018 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F November 20, 2018
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 24, 2018 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 015423 · certified since September 4, 2002. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.