Fair Haven
1424 Montclair Road · Birmingham, AL · 35210 · 2059564150
259 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
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Red flags
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.30 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.40 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.30 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.96 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 59% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 10 · $31,615 |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2021
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 16, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 17, 2021
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 16, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 17, 2021
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected July 16, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2020
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 5, 2020 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2020
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Corrected March 5, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2020
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 5, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2020
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 March 5, 2020 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 30, 2020
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 5, 2020 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2019
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected April 11, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2019
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 11, 2019 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2019
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 11, 2019 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 30, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 23, 2023 | Fine | $4,235 |
| October 17, 2023 | Fine | $3,882 |
| October 10, 2023 | Fine | $3,529 |
| October 2, 2023 | Fine | $3,147 |
| September 25, 2023 | Fine | $2,797 |
| September 18, 2023 | Fine | $2,447 |
| September 11, 2023 | Fine | $2,098 |
| September 5, 2023 | Fine | $1,748 |
| August 14, 2023 | Fine | $3,145 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 015076 · certified since March 7, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.