Spanish Fort, AL · 60 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Spanish Fort's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,260–$9,990/mo
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Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center
22670 Main Street, Fairhope, AL 36532 · Baldwin County
Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center is dedicated to offering a place where each person is unique with specialized care needs. Our talented and dedicated team of caregivers offer skilled nursing services, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care services, and a variety of personalized care options that allow each …
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 71% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Fairhope
Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fairhope, AL, with 83 certified beds and an average of about 59 residents per day. It operates as part of the Arabella Healthcare Management network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.48 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.01 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 70.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.48 hrs/resident/day)
- •High staff turnover (70.4%)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Fairhope for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 83
- Avg. residents/day
- 59
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Arabella Healthcare Management
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 015447
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,260–$9,990/mo (median $8,890) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Daphne prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.48
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.01
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 70.4%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 3
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2023-03-10
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (8 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2023-06-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2023-03-10Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2023-03-10Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.
2023-03-10Severity C — minimalNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
2021-09-16Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
2021-09-16Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2019-04-18Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2019-04-18Severity C — minimalEnvironmental Deficiencies
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
Location
22670 Main Street, Fairhope, AL
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center
How much does Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center cost?
Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fairhope, AL area typically runs $8,260–$9,990 per month (median $8,890, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.48 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 70.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center?
Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center has 8 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2023-03-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 71% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center offer?
Altera Health and Rehabilitation Center in Fairhope, AL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 83 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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