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HomeAlabamaSouth Health and Rehabilitation, LLC

South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC

1220 South 17th Street, Birmingham, AL 352052059332180WebsiteGoogle Maps
2.5on Google(26 reviews)
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
83
certified
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.
2 fine(s) totaling $8,569

How South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC 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
2/5
AL average
3.0/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
2/5
AL average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
4/5
AL average
3.6/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.19 hrs/day
AL average
3.88 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
0.59 hrs/day
AL average
0.65 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
53.4%
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 2/5 overall CMS rating is below the Alabama average of 3.0/5.
Its 2/5 health inspection rating is below the Alabama average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.19 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.88.
Staff turnover is 53.4%, higher than the Alabama average of 46.9%.

Health Inspection Trend

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

Previous cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Jul 29, 2021
Most recent cycle
3
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 24, 2023
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
Jefferson County 65+
109,751
16.3% of county
County Population
672,265
Jefferson County

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

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South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Birmingham, Alabama with 83 certified beds. It has been operating since 1976. Its overall CMS rating is 2 out of 5.

Beds
83
Avg Residents/Day
72.5
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 1, 1976
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Jefferson
Last Inspection
Aug 24, 2023
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
34.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (6)

F0656Actual Harm

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

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0554Potential for Harm

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 29, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: May 20, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 20, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$8,569
Number of Fines
2
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
3

Penalty History

FineAug 24, 2023
$4,245
FineAug 24, 2023
$4,324
Payment DenialAug 24, 2023
8 days denied

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

Nurse Aide2.89 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.72 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.59 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.19 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.07 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.02 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
53.4%
RN Turnover
38.5%
Administrators Left
1

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (18)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
NHS OPERATIONS LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Aug 20, 2002
JAMES NORMAN ESTES JR TR5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization5%Aug 20, 2002
JENNIFER LEE ESTES TR 0310935% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization5%Aug 20, 2002
ESTES, JAMES5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual89%Aug 20, 2002
BERKADIA COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE LLC5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 26, 2006
BERKADIA COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE LLC5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 26, 2006
REGIONS BANK5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AAug 25, 2015
SOUTH HEALTH REALTY, LLC5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AJun 23, 2006
LEWIS, CYNTHIAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 22, 2024
HOLMES, LETCHERNIQUECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 3, 2022
PATTERSON, DEREKCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 3, 2022
RASCO, LYNNCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2022
ESTES, JAMESCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AAug 20, 2002
LONG, PHILLIPCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 1, 2019
HOLMES, LETCHERNIQUEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 3, 2022
LEWIS, CYNTHIAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 22, 2024
PATTERSON, DEREKOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 3, 2022
RASCO, LYNNOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2022

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC and nearby alternatives.

All Alabama facilities
South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Birmingham, ALCurrent facility
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $8,569
Greenbriar at the Altamont Skilled Nursing Facilit
Birmingham, AL1.2 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Civic Center Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Birmingham, AL2.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Birmingham, AL2.6 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Brookdale University Park SNF (al)
Birmingham, AL2.7 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Arlington Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Birmingham, AL2.8 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center
Birmingham, AL2.8 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $6,682
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Birmingham, AL · Current facility
—2/52/54/5$8,569
Greenbriar at the Altamont Skilled Nursing Facilit
Birmingham, AL
1.2 mi3/53/54/5None recorded
Civic Center Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Birmingham, AL
2.3 mi2/52/54/5None recorded
Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
Birmingham, AL
2.6 mi3/52/53/5None recorded
Brookdale University Park SNF (al)
Birmingham, AL
2.7 mi1/51/54/5None recorded
Arlington Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Birmingham, AL
2.8 mi4/54/52/5None recorded
Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center
Birmingham, AL
2.8 mi1/51/53/5$6,682

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 South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC?▾
South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC 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). South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC had any health inspection violations?▾
South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 24, 2023). The current CMS dataset records 2 fine(s) totaling $8,569.
What are the staffing levels at South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC?▾
South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC provides 4.19 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.59 RN hours, 0.72 LPN hours, and 2.89 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 53.4%.
How many beds does South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC have?▾
South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC has 83 certified beds with an average of 72.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 87% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Nhs Management chain.
Are there other nursing homes near South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Alabama, including 6 in Birmingham. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC?▾
On Google Maps, South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC has a rating of 2.5 out of 5 based on 26 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 2/5.

Part of Nhs Management

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