Skilled Nursing
Huntsville, AL · 59 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Huntsville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,110–$9,810/mo
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Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
105 Teakwood Drive Sw, Huntsville, AL 35801 · Madison County
Discover Rocket City Rehab in Huntsville: expert short-term rehab, long-term care, and therapy services with a dedicated team for your loved ones.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 76% 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
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Huntsville, AL, with 159 certified beds and an average of about 121 residents per day. It operates as part of the Venza Care Management 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, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.18 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.32 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 69.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.18 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •High staff turnover (69.5%)
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Huntsville options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 159
- Avg. residents/day
- 121
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Venza Care Management
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 015116
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 | $8,110–$9,810/mo (median $8,730) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Huntsville 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
- 4.18
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.32
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 69.5%
- 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)
- 12
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2023-02-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (20 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2023-02-26Severity L — immediate jeopardyResident 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.
2023-02-26Severity L — immediate jeopardyQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2023-02-26Severity L — immediate jeopardyAdministration Deficiencies
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
2023-02-26Severity 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.
2023-02-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2023-02-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2023-02-26Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2023-02-26Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
Location
105 Teakwood Drive Sw, Huntsville, 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 Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
How much does Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center cost?
Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Huntsville, AL area typically runs $8,110–$9,810 per month (median $8,730, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?
Staff provide about 4.18 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 69.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?
Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2023-02-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center have availability?
Typically 76% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center offer?
Rocket City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Huntsville, AL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 159 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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