Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center
4201 Bessemer Super Highway · Bessemer, AL · 35020 · 2054283249
69 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Arabella Healthcare Management
Why this verdict
- Federal penalties on record: $17,346 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
3 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
82% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.40 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.94 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.86 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 82% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $17,346 |
Inspection citations (23 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025 · 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 June 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E May 9, 2025 · found via complaint
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 June 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F May 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E May 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Environmental
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No harm found · C May 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 9, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 4, 2024 · found via complaint
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 September 8, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F August 4, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected September 8, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D May 6, 2021
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected June 9, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 6, 2021
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 9, 2021 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 6, 2020
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 29, 2020 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2025 | Fine | $5,782 |
| May 9, 2025 | Fine | $5,782 |
| May 9, 2025 | Fine | $5,782 |
| May 9, 2025 | Payment Denial | 13 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 015060 · certified since February 2, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.