Montgomery Children's Specialty Center
2853 Forbes Drive · Montgomery, AL · 36110 · 3342613445
54 certified beds For profit - Partnership
Why this verdict
- 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
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
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: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.42 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.72 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.97 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 51% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (12 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D May 25, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 29, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 25, 2023
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected June 29, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 25, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 29, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 25, 2023
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected June 29, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2019
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected November 15, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2019
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 15, 2019 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2018
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 16, 2018 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2018
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected November 16, 2018 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2018
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 16, 2018 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2018
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected November 16, 2018 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2018
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
Corrected November 16, 2018 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 18, 2018
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 16, 2018 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 01A208 · certified since November 18, 2010. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.