Skilled NursingCMS verified

The Care Center of Dequincy

602 North Division, Dequincy, LA 70633 · Calcasieu County

The Louisiana Department of Health protects and promotes health and ensures access to medical, preventive and rehabilitative services for all citizens of the State of Louisiana.

3.0CMS overall rating(337) 786-2466 Visit website ↗

Fair

Haven Scout Score

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

Photos via google places, facility website.

Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 79% 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Dequincy

The Care Center of Dequincy is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Dequincy, LA, with 80 certified beds and an average of about 63 residents per day. It operates as part of the Rightcare Health Services network.

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

Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.14 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $110,240 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.65 hrs/resident/day)
•$110,240 in federal fines

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 80
Avg. residents/day: 63
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Rightcare Health Services
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 195527

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	$6,920–$8,140/mo (median $7,340)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lake Charles prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

Request exact pricing for The Care Center of Dequincy →

Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.65; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.14; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 41.5%; 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): 3
Federal fines: 1 ($110,240)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2026-02-11
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-11Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2026-02-11Severity E — 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.

2026-02-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

2025-01-29Severity G — actual harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-01-29Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

2025-01-29Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2025-01-29Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-01-29Severity 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…

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
2025-01-29	Fine	$110,240

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

602 North Division, Dequincy, LA

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

We aggregate ratings across Google, Yelp, and verified families — and link back to every source so you can read more.

Google

2.0

4 reviews →

Verified family reviews

No verified family reviews yet for The Care Center of Dequincy.

Have a loved one here, or recently toured? Help other families by sharing your experience — we verify every review before it's published.

Talk to an advisor about this community

Common questions about The Care Center of Dequincy

How much does The Care Center of Dequincy cost?

The Care Center of Dequincy does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Dequincy, LA area typically runs $6,920–$8,140 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 Care Center of Dequincy's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at The Care Center of Dequincy?

Staff provide about 3.65 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at The Care Center of Dequincy?

The Care Center of Dequincy has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does The Care Center of Dequincy have availability?

Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does The Care Center of Dequincy offer?

The Care Center of Dequincy in Dequincy, LA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 80 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 Lake Charles.
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.

Start with a free shortlist →Take the 2-minute assessment

Your next steps — this week

1
Confirm the fit
Check the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
2
Get exact pricing & availability
Request current rates for The Care Center of Dequincy — takes one minute, answered same day.
3
Tour 2–3 communities
Compare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
4
Hold a spot
Most communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.