Marengo Nursing Home
608 North Main Street · Linden, AL · 36748 · 3342958631
78 certified beds Non profit - Other
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 77 points, but Recommended is gated: staffing below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (6 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 6, 2022
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected February 10, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2019
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 12, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2019
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected June 12, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 8, 2019
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected June 12, 2019 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F May 8, 2019
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 12, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · C May 8, 2019
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected June 12, 2019 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 015330 · certified since April 8, 1971. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.