Tuskegee, AL · 111 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Tuskegee.
Est. $7,670–$9,270/mo
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Arbor Lake Health and Rehab
1365 Gatewood Drive, Auburn, AL 36830 · Lee County
3.0CMS overall rating(334) 826-7200
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (78 of 87 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Auburn
Arbor Lake Health and Rehab is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Auburn, AL, with 87 certified beds and an average of about 78 residents per day. It operates as part of the Traylor Porter Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.39 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 50.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 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 health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.65 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Auburn, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 87
- Avg. residents/day
- 78
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Traylor Porter Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 015452
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 | $7,670–$9,270/mo (median $8,250) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Auburn 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
- 3.65
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.39
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 50.6%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2023-08-09
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (7 citations on record — showing the latest 7). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2023-08-09Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
2023-08-09Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2023-08-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
2023-08-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2023-08-09Severity C — minimalFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2019-07-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
2019-07-25Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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
Location
1365 Gatewood Drive, Auburn, AL
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Arbor Lake Health and Rehab
How much does Arbor Lake Health and Rehab cost?
Arbor Lake Health and Rehab does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Auburn, AL area typically runs $7,670–$9,270 per month (median $8,250, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Arbor Lake Health and Rehab's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Arbor Lake Health and Rehab 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Arbor Lake Health and Rehab?
Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 50.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Arbor Lake Health and Rehab?
Arbor Lake Health and Rehab has 7 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2023-08-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Arbor Lake Health and Rehab have availability?
Typically 90% full (78 of 87 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Arbor Lake Health and Rehab offer?
Arbor Lake Health and Rehab in Auburn, AL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 87 beds.
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Data sources:CMS verified
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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