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BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL)

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BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) is a for profit - corporation facility in BIRMINGHAM, AL with 66 certified beds and a 1-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 17 deficiency records on file.

501 UNIVERSITY PARK DRIVE, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209

Phone: 2058700786

Overall Rating

1/5

Health Inspection

1/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Long-Stay Quality

5/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
015423
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare
Beds
66
Residents
55
In Hospital
No
County
Jefferson
Last Inspection
Jun 27, 2024

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.88 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
1.17
CNA Hours
2.17
Total Nursing Hours
4.23 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.14
Nursing Turnover
43.1%
RN Turnover
26.7%

What the CMS Record Reveals About BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL)

BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) operates 66 certified beds in BIRMINGHAM, AL with approximately 55 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (1★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (4★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 17 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 4.23 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.88 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership and operating as a "Medicare" provider, BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 43.1%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (17 most recent)

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 27, 2024 Tag: 0760

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 12, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 27, 2024 Tag: 0758

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 12, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 27, 2024 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 12, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 27, 2024 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 8, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 27, 2024 Tag: 0602

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 25, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 27, 2024 Tag: 0580

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 8, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Jun 27, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 23, 2024

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Jun 27, 2024 Tag: 0814

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 23, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Dec 5, 2019 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2020

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Dec 5, 2019 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2020

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 5, 2019 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 8, 2020

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Nov 20, 2018 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 24, 2018

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 20, 2018 Tag: 0761

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 24, 2018

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 20, 2018 Tag: 0730

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 24, 2018

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 20, 2018 Tag: 0690

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 24, 2018

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 20, 2018 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 24, 2018

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Nov 20, 2018 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 24, 2018

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 5.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 5.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 1.6% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 4.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 96.8% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 91.3% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 0.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 12.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 26.6% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 92.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 6.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 23.2% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 17.9% Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL)?
BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (1★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (4★).
What are the staffing levels at BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL)?
BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) reports 4.23 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.88 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 43.1%.
How many beds does BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) have?
BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) has 66 certified beds with approximately 55 residents. The facility is located at 501 UNIVERSITY PARK DRIVE, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209.
Does BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) has 17 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) received any fines or penalties?
No, BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL)?
BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) is classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare".
When was BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) was on Jun 27, 2024. The facility received a health inspection rating of 1 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL)?
BROOKDALE UNIVERSITY PARK SNF (AL) is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

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