0 health deficiencies
No concentrated health issue counts in this cycle.
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Heber Springs, AR
4-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 4 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
1040 Wedding Ford Road, Heber Springs, AR
(501) 362-8137
Overall
4 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
3 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
140
Certified beds
Average residents
79
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
The Springs Arkansas
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1990-08-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.37
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.87
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
3.11
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.83
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
64%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
53%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.8 |
2.0
0.2 pts better
|
1.9
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.7 |
2.2
0.5 pts worse
|
1.8
0.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.7% |
94.9%
4.8 pts better
|
93.4%
6.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.7% |
96.1%
2.6 pts better
|
95.5%
3.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.0% |
3.9%
0.9 pts better
|
3.3%
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 1.8% |
1.4%
0.4 pts worse
|
11.4%
9.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 4.4% |
4.9%
0.5 pts better
|
5.4%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 25.1% |
21.8%
3.3 pts worse
|
19.6%
5.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 24.7% |
12.5%
12.2 pts worse
|
16.7%
8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 10.6% |
11.4%
0.8 pts better
|
16.3%
5.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 14.2% |
10.4%
3.8 pts worse
|
14.9%
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
0.7%
0.7 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
1.1%
1.1 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 19.7% |
14.6%
5.1 pts worse
|
19.8%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 6.5% |
4.6%
1.9 pts worse
|
5.1%
1.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 92.0% |
81.8%
10.2 pts better
|
81.7%
10.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 6.6% |
13.8%
7.2 pts better
|
12.0%
5.4 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
1.4%
1.4 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 66.7% |
77.9%
11.2 pts worse
|
79.7%
13 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 25.8% |
25.2%
0.6 pts worse
|
23.9%
1.9 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
No concentrated health issue counts in this cycle.
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (3 deficiencies)
1 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (1 deficiency)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2026-02-07
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2026-02-07
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2026-02-07
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2026-02-07
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-09-12
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2023-07-21
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2023-07-21
Inspection history
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-09-14
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-09-14
Health
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 2024-09-14
Health
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected 2024-09-14
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-09-14
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2024-09-14
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2023-07-21
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2023-07-21
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-07-21
Health
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected 2023-07-21
Health
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 2023-07-21
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2023-07-21
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2023-07-21
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2023-07-21
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-07-21
Health
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected 2023-06-23
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-06-23
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-07-21
Penalties and ownership
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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