THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK

The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek is a long-term care facility located at 850 9th Street, Northwest, in Alabaster, Alabama (ZIP code 35007), within Shelby County. The facility operates under for-profit ownership as a limited liability company and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 198 certified beds, placing it among the larger nursing care facilities in the region. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars for nursing homes across the United States. CMS star ratings are calculated using data collected from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The health inspection rating stands at 3 stars, reflecting findings from standard surveys conducted by state inspectors. The staffing rating is 2 stars, indicating staffing levels that fall below what CMS considers average when adjusted for resident acuity. The quality measure rating is 3 stars, based on clinical data related to resident outcomes across multiple care categories. The Healthcare Center at Buck Creek accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents covered under federal and state insurance programs. Individuals and families seeking placement should contact the facility directly at (205) 663-3859 to inquire about current availability, private pay options, and any additional accepted insurance types. Payment eligibility and coverage details can vary depending on the level of care required and the resident's specific insurance plan. When considered against national benchmarks, this facility presents a mixed profile. Its overall 3-star rating matches the national average, and its quality measure rating similarly reflects average performance at the national level. However, the 2-star staffing rating is below the national average, which may be a relevant data point for those researching care environments. The health inspection rating of 3 stars is consistent with national norms. As with all CMS-rated facilities, these ratings represent snapshots of data collected during specific reporting periods and are updated periodically as new inspection and clinical data becomes available.