Arabella Health and Wellness of Red Bay
106 Tenth Avenue Northwest · Red Bay, AL · 35582 · 2563564982
90 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (13 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E March 25, 2022
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected April 20, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2022
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.
Corrected April 20, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2022
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 20, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2022
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 20, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2022
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 20, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F March 25, 2022
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.
Corrected April 20, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 20, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2019
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 23, 2019 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F August 29, 2019
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 23, 2019 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 29, 2019
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 23, 2019 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2018
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 21, 2018 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2018
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 27, 2018 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2018
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 27, 2018 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 015201 · certified since January 1, 1978. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.