Columbiana, AL · 63 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Columbiana.
Est. $7,990–$9,670/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center
300 Royal Tower Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209 · Jefferson County
Elite Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Vestavia Hills, AL. We offer a wide range of services, including long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and respite care. We are committed to providing our residents with the highest quality care in a comfortable and home-lik…
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 88% full (126 of 143 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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Birmingham, AL, with 143 certified beds and an average of about 126 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.46 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.52 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.9%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $6,682 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.46 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Birmingham options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 143
- Avg. residents/day
- 126
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 015455
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 | $7,990–$9,670/mo (median $8,600) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $2,390–$6,190/mo (median $4,720) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Birmingham 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
- 3.46
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.52
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 54.9%
- 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)
- 9
- Federal fines
- 1 ($6,682)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2024-03-29
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2024-10-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2024-08-13Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2024-08-13Severity F — 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.
2024-03-29Severity 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.
2024-03-29Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-03-29Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
2024-03-29Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
2024-03-29Severity E — 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.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-13 | Fine | $6,682 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
300 Royal Tower Drive, Birmingham, 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 Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center
How much does Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center cost?
Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Birmingham, AL area typically runs $7,990–$9,670 per month (median $8,600, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.46 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center?
Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-03-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center have availability?
Typically 88% full (126 of 143 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center offer?
Elite Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center in Birmingham, AL offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 143 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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