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HomeKentuckyRockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care

Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care

145 Newcomb Avenue, Mount Vernon, KY 404566062562195WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.6on Google(78 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
143
certified

How Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care Compares in Kentucky

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

CMS overall rating
5/5
KY average
3.0/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
KY average
3.0/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
3/5
KY average
2.7/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
7.05 hrs/day
KY average
3.93 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
2.34 hrs/day
KY average
0.78 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
26.1%
KY average
46.4%
Lower 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 Kentucky average of 3.0/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the Kentucky average of 3.0/5.
Reported nursing time is 7.05 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.93.
Reported RN time is 2.34 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.78.

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 11, 2019
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 26, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 3 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
$8,365/mo
Kentucky median
Private Room
$9,277/mo
Kentucky median
Rockcastle County 65+
3,045
18.8% of county
County Population
16,171
Rockcastle County

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

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Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Mount Vernon, Kentucky with 143 certified beds. It has been operating since 1980. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
143
Avg Residents/Day
113.9
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
Yes
First Approved
Jan 25, 1980
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Rockcastle
Last Inspection
Mar 26, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
9.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (4)

F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0732Potential for Harm

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0919Potential for Harm

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Survey: Mar 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Aug 30, 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 Aide3.03 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.67 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN2.34 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing7.05 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total6.06 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.05 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
26.1%
RN Turnover
15.6%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (13)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BURDETTE, JEFFREYMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJun 30, 2009
LAMBERT, DEBRAMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/ANov 27, 2001
LAMBERT, JOSEPHMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/ANov 1, 1987
TOWERY, BIGEMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJul 12, 1983
BASTIN, CHRISTOPHERCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMay 27, 2014
ESTES, STEPHENCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2002
ESTES, STEPHENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2002
BURDETTE, JEFFREYTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 30, 2009
LAMBERT, DEBRATRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/ANov 27, 2001
LAMBERT, JOSEPHTRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/ANov 1, 1987
TOWERY, BIGETRUSTEE OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 28, 1983
ESTES, STEPHENADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJun 2, 2025
SAYLOR, KARENADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 28, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care and nearby alternatives.

All Kentucky facilities
Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care
Mount Vernon, KYCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Rockcastle Health & Rehabilitation Center
Brodhead, KY5.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $15,646
The Terrace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Berea, KY16.4 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Berea Health and Rehabilitation
Berea, KY16.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $16,801
Laurel Heights Home for the Elderly
London, KY20.6 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Signature Healthcare at Jackson Manor Rehab and We
Annville, KY20.9 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Stanford Crossing
Stanford, KY22.2 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $26,685
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care
Mount Vernon, KY · Current facility
—5/54/53/5None recorded
Rockcastle Health & Rehabilitation Center
Brodhead, KY
5.7 mi2/52/52/5$15,646
The Terrace Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Berea, KY
16.4 mi4/55/51/5None recorded
Berea Health and Rehabilitation
Berea, KY
16.9 mi3/54/51/5$16,801
Laurel Heights Home for the Elderly
London, KY
20.6 mi5/55/54/5None recorded
Signature Healthcare at Jackson Manor Rehab and We
Annville, KY
20.9 mi3/53/52/5None recorded
Stanford Crossing
Stanford, KY
22.2 mi1/51/52/5$26,685

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 Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care?▾
Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory 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 Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Kentucky is $8,365/month for a semi-private room and $9,277/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care had any health inspection violations?▾
Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 26, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care?▾
Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care provides 7.05 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 2.34 RN hours, 1.67 LPN hours, and 3.03 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 26.1%.
How many beds does Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care have?▾
Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care has 143 certified beds with an average of 113.9 residents per day, resulting in approximately 80% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Kentucky. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care?▾
On Google Maps, Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care has a rating of 3.6 out of 5 based on 78 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.