Skilled Nursing
Huntsville, AL · 59 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Huntsville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,110–$9,810/mo
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Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC
611 West Market Street, Athens, AL 35611 · Limestone County
Athens Health and Rehabilitation, LLC offers a wonderful alternative to a traditional long-term care and rehabilitation facility. At our facility, you will not only find a commitment to quality but also a professional and caring staff. Beautifully decorated and pleasant common areas create a warm and welcoming environ…
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ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (139 of 149 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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.
One of Athens's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Athens, AL, with 149 certified beds and an average of about 139 residents per day. It operates as part of the Nhs Management network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.79 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.61 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.79 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Athens for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 149
- Avg. residents/day
- 139
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Nhs Management
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 015016
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 | $8,110–$9,810/mo (median $8,730) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Huntsville 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
- 3.79
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.61
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 47.1%
- 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)
- 0
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2022-04-14
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (10 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2019-08-29Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
2019-08-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2019-08-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2019-08-29Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2018-07-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2018-07-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2018-07-19Severity 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.
2018-07-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate foot care.
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
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Library
Location
611 West Market Street, Athens, 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 Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC
How much does Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC cost?
Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Athens, AL area typically runs $8,110–$9,810 per month (median $8,730, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC?
Staff provide about 3.79 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC?
Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC has 10 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2022-04-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC have availability?
Typically 93% full (139 of 149 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC offer?
Athens Health and Rehabilitation LLC in Athens, AL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 149 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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