SHADESCREST HEALTH CARE CENTER

Shadescrest Health Care Center is a nursing facility located at 331 West 25th Street in Jasper, Alabama (ZIP 35502), in Walker County. The facility operates with 107 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit, individually owned organization. It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, making it eligible to serve beneficiaries enrolled in either program. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 1 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are derived from three component domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Shadescrest Health Care Center received a 1-star rating in the health inspection category, indicating a higher number or greater severity of deficiencies noted during state and federal inspection cycles relative to other facilities. The staffing rating stands at 4 out of 5 stars, placing it above the national average in that domain. This rating reflects the reported levels of nursing staff, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants, relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is 3 out of 5 stars, which aligns with the national average and reflects clinical outcome data across multiple indicators such as mobility, medication management, and hospitalizations. Shadescrest Health Care Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. Individuals whose care is covered through Medicare Part A, typically for short-term skilled nursing stays following a qualifying hospital admission, may be eligible for services at this facility. Medicaid coverage is also accepted, which is relevant for residents requiring long-term care who meet state financial and functional eligibility criteria. Prospective residents or responsible parties should contact the facility directly at (205) 384-9086 to confirm current bed availability, payment arrangements, and admission requirements. When compared to national benchmarks, Shadescrest Health Care Center presents a mixed profile across its three rated domains. The overall 1-star rating reflects a composite score that is significantly below the national average of 3.0 stars, driven in large part by the health inspection component. However, the staffing domain at 4 stars represents a notable strength relative to national norms, and the quality measure domain at 3 stars is consistent with national averages. These ratings are based on data collected and published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services through its Nursing Home Care Compare program, and are subject to periodic updates as new inspection cycles and staffing data are reported.