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Lexington Country Place

700 Mason Headley Road, Lexington, KY 40504 · Fayette County

Senior Living throughout the Southeast

3.0CMS overall rating(859) 259-3486 Visit website ↗

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 75% full — openings are usually available.

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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Lexington

Lexington Country Place is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lexington, KY, with 111 certified beds and an average of about 84 residents per day. It operates as part of the Phoenix Senior Living network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.27 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 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 nurse staffing (3.67 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Lexington, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 111
Avg. residents/day: 84
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Phoenix Senior Living
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 185160

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	$8,540–$11,280/mo (median $9,620)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lexington 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: 3.67; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.27; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 53.2%; 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): 2
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-04-03
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.

2025-04-03Severity F — 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.

2025-04-03Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2019-01-31Severity F — 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.

2019-01-31Severity 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…

2019-01-31Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

2019-01-31Severity 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.

2019-01-31Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

2019-01-31Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

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
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Studio apartments

Location

700 Mason Headley Road, Lexington, KY

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Lexington Country Place

How much does Lexington Country Place cost?

Lexington Country Place does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lexington, KY area typically runs $8,540–$11,280 per month (median $9,620, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Lexington Country Place's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Lexington Country Place 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Lexington Country Place?

Staff provide about 3.67 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Lexington Country Place?

Lexington Country Place has 10 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-03). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Lexington Country Place have availability?

Typically 75% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Lexington Country Place offer?

Lexington Country Place in Lexington, KY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 111 beds.

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