FAYETTE MEDICAL CENTER LONG TERM CARE UNIT

Fayette Medical Center Long Term Care Unit is a government-owned, county-operated skilled nursing facility located at 1653 Temple Avenue North in Fayette, Alabama (ZIP code 35555). The facility maintains 122 certified beds and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. As a county government entity, it operates under public oversight rather than private or for-profit ownership. The facility holds an overall CMS Five-Star Quality Rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. This composite rating draws from three component areas. The health inspection rating stands at 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting the outcomes of standard state and federal inspection surveys. The staffing rating is 5 out of 5 stars, indicating reported nurse and aide staffing levels that exceed typical benchmarks when adjusted for resident acuity. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5 stars, based on clinical data tracking outcomes such as resident mobility, medication management, and hospital readmission rates. Each of these components contributes to the overall five-star designation assigned by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Fayette Medical Center Long Term Care Unit is certified to participate in both the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Medicare coverage for skilled nursing facility care is generally available for qualifying short-term stays following a hospital admission, subject to federal eligibility requirements. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is administered through the Alabama Medicaid Agency and may apply to residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility criteria. Prospective residents and their families are advised to verify current payment policies, bed availability, and coverage specifics directly with the facility and relevant insurance or benefits programs. When compared to national benchmarks, Fayette Medical Center Long Term Care Unit performs above average across all rated categories. The national overall average for CMS star ratings is 3.0 stars. This facility's overall rating of 5 stars, combined with a staffing rating of 5 stars and health inspection and quality measure ratings of 4 stars each, positions it above the majority of skilled nursing facilities nationwide. Located in Fayette County in northwestern Alabama, the facility serves a rural region where access to long-term care options may be more limited than in urban areas. The facility can be reached by phone at (205) 932-5966 for information regarding admissions, services, and availability.