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Oak Woods Home for the Elderly

1400 Davenport Avenue, Mer Rouge, LA 71261 · Morehouse County

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 46% full — availability is generally good.

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

Oak Woods Home for the Elderly is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Mer Rouge, LA, with 119 certified beds and an average of about 55 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $18,349 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
•13 deficiencies at last survey

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 119
Avg. residents/day: 55
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 195598

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	$6,740–$7,930/mo (median $7,150)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Monroe 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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Safety & inspection record

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

Health deficiencies (last survey): 13
Federal fines: 2 ($18,349)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-02-04
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-02-04Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

2025-02-04Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

2025-02-04Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2025-02-04Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed …

2025-02-04Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

2025-02-04Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

2025-02-04Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2025-02-04Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

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
2023-09-25	Fine	$4,587
2023-09-05	Fine	$13,762

Services & amenities

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

Location

1400 Davenport Avenue, Mer Rouge, 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 Oak Woods Home for the Elderly

How much does Oak Woods Home for the Elderly cost?

Oak Woods Home for the Elderly does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Mer Rouge, LA area typically runs $6,740–$7,930 per month (median $7,150, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Oak Woods Home for the Elderly's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Oak Woods Home for the Elderly 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

What did inspectors find at Oak Woods Home for the Elderly?

Oak Woods Home for the Elderly has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-04). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Oak Woods Home for the Elderly have availability?

Typically 46% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Oak Woods Home for the Elderly offer?

Oak Woods Home for the Elderly in Mer Rouge, LA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 119 beds.

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