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Legacy Nursing at St. Christina

122 Hillsdale Drive, Pineville, LA 71360 · Rapides County

1.0CMS overall rating(318) 448-0141

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 93% full (131 of 140 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 low federal rating — review the details closely

Legacy Nursing at St. Christina is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Pineville, LA, with 140 certified beds and an average of about 131 residents per day. It operates as part of the Legacy Nursing & Rehabilitation network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.27 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.08 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 26 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $656,474 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

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 (3.27 hrs/resident/day)
•26 deficiencies at last survey
•$656,474 in federal fines
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Pineville options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 140
Avg. residents/day: 131
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Legacy Nursing & Rehabilitation
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 195613

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$6,910–$8,130/mo (median $7,330)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Alexandria prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.27; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.08; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 56.4%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 26
Federal fines: 5 ($656,474)
Total penalties: 6
Last standard survey: 2026-02-24
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (61 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-24Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

2026-02-24Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

2026-02-24Severity E — 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.

2026-02-24Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2026-02-24Severity E — potential for harmNutrition 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.

2026-02-24Severity E — 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.

2026-02-24Severity D — 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.

2026-02-24Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

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
2025-09-30	Fine	$27,250
2025-02-27	Fine	$34,753
2024-10-25	Fine	$319,992
2024-02-26	Fine	$64,344
2023-11-16	Fine	$210,135
2023-11-16	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy

Location

122 Hillsdale Drive, Pineville, LA

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: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Legacy Nursing at St. Christina

How much does Legacy Nursing at St. Christina cost?

Legacy Nursing at St. Christina does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Pineville, LA area typically runs $6,910–$8,130 per month (median $7,330, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Legacy Nursing at St. Christina's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Legacy Nursing at St. Christina 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 1/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Legacy Nursing at St. Christina?

Staff provide about 3.27 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Legacy Nursing at St. Christina?

Legacy Nursing at St. Christina has 61 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Legacy Nursing at St. Christina have availability?

Typically 93% full (131 of 140 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Legacy Nursing at St. Christina offer?

Legacy Nursing at St. Christina in Pineville, LA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 140 beds.

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