South Health and Rehabilitation, LLC
1220 South 17th Street · Birmingham, AL · 35205 · 2059332180
83 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Nhs Management
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Weekends run noticeably short-staffed
Weekend staffing is 74% of the overall level. Visit on a Saturday or Sunday before deciding.
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: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.99 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.55 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.96 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 60% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $8,569 |
Inspection citations (6 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G August 24, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G August 24, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected September 25, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 29, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 2, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 20, 2019
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected June 24, 2019 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 20, 2019
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 24, 2019 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 24, 2023 | Fine | $4,245 |
| August 24, 2023 | Fine | $4,324 |
| August 24, 2023 | Payment Denial | 8 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 015097 · certified since October 1, 1976. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.