Thomson-Hood Veterans Center
Scout 92Wilmore, KY · 285 beds
5.0CMS rating
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One of Wilmore's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,540–$11,280/mo
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Pine Meadows Post Acute
1608 Hill Rise Drive, Lexington, KY 40504 · Fayette County
It’s all about you at Pine Meadows Post Acute. We’re more than an award-winning skilled nursing home. Pine Meadows is a safe and inviting place for healing, where your loved ones become our loved ones.
45
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
Photos via google places, facility website.
Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 96% full (115 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Lexington
Pine Meadows Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lexington, KY, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 115 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.47 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. 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 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.52 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lexington options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 115
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Pacs Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 185215
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 | $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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.52
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.47
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51.9%
- 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)
- 2
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (16 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-09-05Severity 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.
2025-09-05Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2023-11-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2023-11-30Severity 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.
2023-11-30Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
2023-11-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2022-08-12Severity 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.
2022-08-12Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
1608 Hill Rise Drive, Lexington, KY
- 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 Pine Meadows Post Acute
How much does Pine Meadows Post Acute cost?
Pine Meadows Post Acute 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 Pine Meadows Post Acute's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Pine Meadows Post Acute 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Pine Meadows Post Acute?
Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Pine Meadows Post Acute?
Pine Meadows Post Acute has 16 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Pine Meadows Post Acute have availability?
Typically 96% full (115 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Pine Meadows Post Acute offer?
Pine Meadows Post Acute in Lexington, KY offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 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 Lexington.
- 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
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
- 2Get exact pricing & availabilityRequest current rates for Pine Meadows Post Acute — takes one minute, answered same day.
- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
- 4Hold a spotMost communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.
Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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