Courtyard of Natchitoches
708 Keyser Avenue · Natchitoches, LA · 71457 · 3182144361
112 certified beds Government - Hospital district Hospital-based
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 75 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.27 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.11 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.27 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.49 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 25% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (43 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
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 February 21, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 7, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026 · found via complaint
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 7, 2026 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 7, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected February 21, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected November 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 17, 2025 · found via complaint
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 November 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 1, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected July 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected July 25, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E May 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E May 29, 2025 · found via complaint
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected July 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected April 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected December 17, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 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 December 17, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 17, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2024
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected November 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 25, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected November 9, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 9, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected November 9, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 25, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected November 9, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 195213 · certified since January 30, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.