Barling, AR · 122 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Barling.
Est. $6,710–$8,380/mo
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Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab
4623 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72903 · Sebastian County
79
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (69 of 74 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
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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Fort Smith
Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fort Smith, AR, with 74 certified beds and an average of about 69 residents per day. It operates as part of the Central Arkansas Nursing Centers 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, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.79 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.36 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.79 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Fort Smith for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 74
- Avg. residents/day
- 69
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Central Arkansas Nursing Centers
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 045364
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 | $6,710–$8,380/mo (median $7,340) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Fort Smith 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
- 4.79
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.36
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 58.4%
- 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)
- 1
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-08
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (18 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-05-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2024-02-16Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2024-02-16Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2024-02-16Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2024-02-16Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2024-02-16Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
2024-02-16Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2024-02-16Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
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
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
4623 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab
How much does Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab cost?
Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fort Smith, AR area typically runs $6,710–$8,380 per month (median $7,340, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab?
Staff provide about 4.79 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab?
Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab has 18 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab have availability?
Typically 93% full (69 of 74 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab offer?
Chapel Ridge Health and Rehab in Fort Smith, AR offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 74 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Fort Smith.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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