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HomeAlabamaBarfield Health Care

Barfield Health Care

22444 Highway 431, Guntersville, AL 359762565823112WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.1on Google(17 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
113
certified
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.

How Barfield Health Care Compares in Alabama

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Alabama. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
AL average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
AL average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
3/5
AL average
3.6/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.29 hrs/day
AL average
3.88 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.40 hrs/day
AL average
0.65 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
57.1%
AL average
46.9%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Alabama average of 3.0/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Alabama average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.29 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.88.
Reported RN time is 0.40 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.65.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
0
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 31, 2019
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Apr 16, 2021
The most recent cycle recorded 2 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,756/mo
Alabama median
Private Room
$8,517/mo
Alabama median
Marshall County 65+
16,883
17.2% of county
County Population
97,923
Marshall County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Barfield Health Care is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Guntersville, Alabama with 113 certified beds. It has been operating since 1979. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
113
Avg Residents/Day
109.3
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Feb 20, 1979
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Marshall
Last Inspection
Apr 16, 2021
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
6.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (3)

F0602Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 16, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 16, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0690Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 7, 2018Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.99 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.90 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.40 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.29 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.21 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
57.1%
RN Turnover
73.7%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (20)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
SCHMIDT, CHRISTOPHERDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018
SCHMIDT, CHRISTOPHERMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018
STEPHENSON, TAMMYMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018
SCHMIDT, CHRISTOPHERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018
STEPHENSON, TAMMYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018
SCHMIDT, CHRISTOPHERCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018
STEPHENSON, TAMMYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018
SCHMIDT WALLACE HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT COMPANY INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2018
CALHOUN, GARYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 1, 2021
COKER, KYLIEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 1, 2021
KELLEY, JULIAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AOct 1, 2021
SCHMIDT, CHRISTOPHEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018
STEPHENSON, TAMMYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018
FORVIS MAZARS LLPADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJun 1, 2023
SCHMIDT WALLACE HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT COMPANY INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AApr 9, 2025
CALHOUN, GARYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMar 1, 2021
COKER, KYLIEADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 1, 2021
KELLEY, JULIAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AOct 1, 2021
SCHMIDT, CHRISTOPHERADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018
STEPHENSON, TAMMYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 1, 2018

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Barfield Health Care and nearby alternatives.

All Alabama facilities
Barfield Health Care
Guntersville, ALCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Marshall Manor Nursing Home
Guntersville, AL7.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Albertville Nursing Home
Albertville, AL11.5 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Diversicare of Arab
Arab, AL15.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Diversicare of Boaz
Boaz, AL15.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
South Hampton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Owens Cross Roads, AL15.7 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Crossville Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Crossville, AL18.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Barfield Health Care
Guntersville, AL · Current facility
—5/54/53/5None recorded
Marshall Manor Nursing Home
Guntersville, AL
7.9 mi3/53/53/5None recorded
Albertville Nursing Home
Albertville, AL
11.5 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
Diversicare of Arab
Arab, AL
15.2 mi2/52/53/5None recorded
Diversicare of Boaz
Boaz, AL
15.2 mi2/52/54/5None recorded
South Hampton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Owens Cross Roads, AL
15.7 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Crossville Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Crossville, AL
18.0 mi5/54/54/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Barfield Health Care?▾
Barfield Health Care has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Barfield Health Care cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Alabama is $7,756/month for a semi-private room and $8,517/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Barfield Health Care participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Barfield Health Care had any health inspection violations?▾
Barfield Health Care had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 16, 2021). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Barfield Health Care?▾
Barfield Health Care provides 4.29 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.40 RN hours, 0.90 LPN hours, and 2.99 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 57.1%.
How many beds does Barfield Health Care have?▾
Barfield Health Care has 113 certified beds with an average of 109.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 97% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Rehab Select chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Barfield Health Care?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Alabama, including 1 in Guntersville. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Barfield Health Care?▾
On Google Maps, Barfield Health Care has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 17 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of Rehab Select

This chain operates 5 facilities. View all →