Barling, AR · 122 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Barling.
Est. $6,710–$8,380/mo
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The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center
5301 Wheeler Avenue, Fort Smith, AR 72901 · Sebastian County
46
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (118 of 130 beds occupied on an average day).
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 Fort Smith
The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fort Smith, AR, with 130 certified beds and an average of about 118 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Blossoms Rehab & Nursing Center network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.19 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.20 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 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 health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.19 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Fort Smith options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 130
- Avg. residents/day
- 118
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- The Blossoms Rehab & Nursing Center
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 045345
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 | $6,710–$8,380/mo (median $7,340) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Fort Smith 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
- 3.19
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.20
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 54.7%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (30 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-09-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2025-09-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-09-19Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2025-09-19Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2025-09-19Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-04-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2025-04-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
2025-03-18Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
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
Location
5301 Wheeler Avenue, Fort Smith, AR
- 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 The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center
How much does The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center cost?
The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fort Smith, AR area typically runs $6,710–$8,380 per month (median $7,340, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center?
Staff provide about 3.19 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center?
The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center has 30 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center have availability?
Typically 91% full (118 of 130 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center offer?
The Blossoms at Fort Smith Rehab & Nursing Center in Fort Smith, AR offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 130 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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