Pines Retirement Center of Baton Rouge
14686 Old Hammond Hwy. · Baton Rouge, LA · 70816 · 2252729339
85 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Ark Post Acute Network
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
3 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$174,993 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.27 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
72% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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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: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.98 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.27 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.61 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 72% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $174,993 |
Inspection citations (68 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 10, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2025
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.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 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 October 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 10, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 10, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 10, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · C September 10, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected October 10, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 25, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E February 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · K October 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · L October 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · L October 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 10, 2024
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E October 10, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E October 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 10, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 29, 2024 | Fine | $174,993 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 195512 · certified since December 15, 2000. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.