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HomeArkansasThe Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center

The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center

5301 Wheeler Avenue, Fort Smith, AR 729014796463454
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
130
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 2/5 stars (below average)

• Has 130 certified beds with an average of 116.6 residents per day (90% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 8 deficiencies (inspected Sep 19, 2025)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 3.21 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 58.6% (high)

• Part of the The Blossoms Rehab & Nursing Center chain (23 facilities)

The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Fort Smith, Arkansas with 130 certified beds. It has been operating since 1998. The facility scored below average compared to Arkansas facilities.

Beds
130
Avg Residents/Day
116.6
Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 11, 1998
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Sebastian
Last Inspection
Sep 19, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
8
Weighted Score
61.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (34)

F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Apr 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0850Potential for Harm

Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.

Survey: Apr 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Mar 18, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0554Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Sep 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Sep 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Sep 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Jan 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0567Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

Survey: Jan 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jan 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0693Potential for Harm

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Survey: Jan 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Sep 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Sep 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: May 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: May 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: May 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Mar 30, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Mar 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 1, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Apr 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Apr 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3

+ 4 more deficiencies

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 Aide2.25 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.72 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.24 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.21 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total2.70 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.04 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
58.6%
RN Turnover
57.1%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Partnership
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
ARKANSAS OPCO HOLDING LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Apr 5, 2021
AKS AR OPOC LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2023
ZCS AR OPCO LLC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2023
SCHEINBAUM, SHLOMO5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023
SCHREIBER, ABRAHAM5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AJan 1, 2023
BROWN, BRANDONW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AApr 5, 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center?▾
The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 1/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center had any health inspection violations?▾
The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center had 8 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 19, 2025). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center?▾
The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center provides 3.21 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.24 RN hours, 0.72 LPN hours, and 2.25 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 58.6%.
How many beds does The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center have?▾
The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center has 130 certified beds with an average of 116.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Partnership owned and is part of the The Blossoms Rehab & Nursing Center chain.
Are there other nursing homes near The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center?▾
Yes, there are 6 other nursing homes in Fort Smith, Arkansas with an average rating of 3.3/5. You can compare all facilities on the Fort Smith nursing homes page.

Part of The Blossoms Rehab & Nursing Center

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