LAFAYETTE EXTENDED CARE

Lafayette Extended Care is a long-term care facility located at 805 Hospital Street Southwest in Lafayette, Alabama, within Chambers County. The facility operates 69 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It holds dual certification for both Medicare and Medicaid, making it eligible to serve beneficiaries under either program. CMS assigns Lafayette Extended Care an overall star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. This composite rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 3 out of 5, reflecting results from state and federal inspection surveys conducted at the facility. The quality measure rating also sits at 3 out of 5, based on clinical data reported for residents across a range of health outcomes. The staffing rating is 1 out of 5, indicating staffing levels that are considerably lower than those found at the average facility nationwide. CMS staffing ratings account for both the number of nursing hours per resident per day and the consistency of staffing over time. Regarding payment options, Lafayette Extended Care accepts both Medicare and Medicaid, which covers a broad spectrum of residents with varying financial situations. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, while Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for eligible individuals who meet income and asset requirements. Individuals and families seeking placement are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (334) 864-8854 to inquire about current bed availability, private pay options, and any additional accepted insurance types. When compared to national benchmarks, Lafayette Extended Care presents a mixed profile. The facility matches the national average in health inspections and quality measures, both rated at 3 out of 5. However, the overall 2-star rating and the 1-star staffing rating indicate areas where performance is below what is typically observed across Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing facilities in the United States. Staffing levels are a significant component in overall care quality, and a 1-star staffing rating places this facility in the lower range nationally. Those researching nursing home options in Lafayette, Alabama and the surrounding Chambers County area may wish to weigh these data points alongside direct facility visits and consultation with healthcare providers when making care decisions.