Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
506 Allensville Road · Elkton, KY · 42220 · 2702655321
60 certified beds For profit - Individual
Why this verdict
- Federal penalties on record: $20,055 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
63% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
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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 | 3.15 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.34 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.91 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 63% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 7 · $30,641 |
Inspection citations (13 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2025
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 September 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025
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 September 1, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 12, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 12, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 25, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2019
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 15, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 6, 2019
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 15, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 12, 2024 | Fine | $4,017 |
| September 12, 2024 | Fine | $5,346 |
| September 12, 2024 | Fine | $5,346 |
| September 12, 2024 | Fine | $5,346 |
| September 12, 2024 | Payment Denial | 8 days |
| August 21, 2023 | Fine | $2,823 |
| August 14, 2023 | Fine | $2,470 |
| July 24, 2023 | Fine | $5,293 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 185400 · certified since June 29, 1994. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.