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CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek
Nursing Home in Alabama
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek
Healthcare Center at Buck Creek is located in Alabaster, Alabama. It provides a range of services including short stay rehabilitation, complex medical care, long term care, memory care, and hospice care. The center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for each patient and resident.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
198
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
73.8%
Residents per day (avg)
185
Occupancy rate
73.8%
Residents per day (avg)
185
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
27% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
49% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
25% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$17.2M
Operating loss
-$50.1K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.
Home revenue
$17,168,175.00
Operating loss
$-50,051.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$17.2M
198-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
BBB Rating: C- (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Occupancy
In line with Alabama averageOccupied beds
146 / 198
Average residents
97 per day
License details
Facility type
Nursing Home
Status
Regular
County:
Shelby
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
015144
Ownership & operating entity
The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek is administrated by Antonio Alonso.
Profit status:
Limited Liability Company
Care Services
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Short Stay Rehabilitation, Complex Medical Care, Long Term Care, Memory Care, Hospice Care
Inspection History
In Alabama, the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards conducts unannounced surveys to ensure facilities meet state licensing and federal certification safety standards.
Alabama average: 1 complaint visit
Alabama average: 1 inspection
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Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
5
Alabama average 2.9
Last Health inspection on Sep 2024
Total health citations
13
Alabama average 10.4
Citations per inspection
2.6
Alabama average 3.46
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
4 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; 6 of 13 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 13 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
2
2
900% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.2
0 critical citations
2 serious citations
10 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Sep 29, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Sep 29, 2024
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Sep 29, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
Sep 29, 2024
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect serious citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
May 03, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
May 03, 2024
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect serious citation
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
May 03, 2024
Issues related to protecting resident's from harm, including abuse, neglect, or mistreatment.
May 03, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around Alabama The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.
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Alexander City
75
62.7%
-22%
4.53
+4%
0
4
2.0
0
64
-
Stalnaker, Deborah
$4.2M
$2.2M
51.3%
15386
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NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
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Aliceville
100
92.2%
+14%
4.70
+8%
0
8
2.7
0
83
-
-
$10.1M
$5.6M
55.2%
15137
Albertville Nursing Home
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Albertville
159
97.4%
+21%
5.06
+16%
0
9
3.0
0
154
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Brown, Terri
$17.7M
$8.9M
50.4%
15163
The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Alabaster
198
73.8%
-9%
3.55
-19%
2
13
2.6
2
185
C-
Rock Hill Acquisition Iii Llc
$16.8M
$8.2M
48.9%
15144
Altoona Health & Rehab
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Altoona
50
96.0%
+19%
4.33
-1%
0
7
2.3
0
46
-
Long, Bradley
$5.1M
$3.0M
59.7%
15101
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
233
Employees
195
Contractors
38
Staff to resident ratio
1.44:1
8% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average ratio: 1.57:1
Avg staff/day
83
Average shift
8.5 hours
8% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 7.9 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
64,163
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
18
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
42
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
100
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
8.3%
5,349 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Aide: 6
Speech Language Pathologist: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 5
Physical Therapy Aide: 5
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5
Licensed Practical Nurse: 4
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Feeding Assistant: 2
Medical Director: 1
Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 100 | 0 | 100 | 32,860 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 38 | 4 | 42 | 10,965 | 91 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 18 | 0 | 18 | 4,076 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 16 | 0 | 16 | 3,596 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,442 | 74 | 81% | 8.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 1 | 5 | 2,233 | 85 | 93% | 9.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,468 | 81 | 89% | 8.1 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,040 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 845 | 69 | 76% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 695 | 61 | 67% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 663 | 77 | 85% | 8.5 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 648 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 547 | 64 | 70% | 8.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 472 | 64 | 70% | 6.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 368 | 62 | 68% | 5.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 276 | 71 | 78% | 3.7 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 175 | 22 | 24% | 7.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 6 | 6 | 172 | 27 | 30% | 5.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 60 | 30 | 33% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 60 | 9 | 10% | 6.7 |
100 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
42 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
18 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
16 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
8 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
81%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
93%
4 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
89%
2 Administrator
% of Days
71%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
76%
5 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
67%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
85%
2 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
71%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
69%
5 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
70%
5 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
68%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
78%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
24%
6 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
30%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
33%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
10%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
162 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
7 residents (4.3%)
Medicaid
113 residents (69.8%)
Private pay or other
42 residents (25.9%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.8
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.8
35% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 8.9
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.8
32% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 14.5
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
5.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
5.6%
60% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 13.9%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.7%
65% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 16.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.2%
34% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 13.6%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
5.4%
60% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 3.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.5%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.5%
27% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 5.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
60% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.8%
11% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
4.7%
284% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 1.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.6%
29% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 20.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.3%
5% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 91.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 94.8%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
82.5%
In line with Alabama averageAlabama average: 83.7%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.3%
55% worse than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
86.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
86.4%
8% better than Alabama averageAlabama average: 80.3%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$17K
74% lower than Alabama averageAlabama average: $65K
Number of fines
2
15% fewer fines than Alabama averageAlabama average: 2.4
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
194% more payment denials than Alabama averageAlabama average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$17K
Alabama average
$65K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 3, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 3, 2024
$8K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 3, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
May 3, 2024
$8K
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
May 3, 2024
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
May 3, 2024
90 days
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
73.8%
↑ 8.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$50,051
↑ ~$6.1M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$8,751,062
↓ ~$730K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-0.3%
↑ 48.3pp vs 2022
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