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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Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
1404 North 28TH Street, Van Buren, AR 72956 · Crawford County
72
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 82% 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Van Buren
Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Van Buren, AR, with 140 certified beds and an average of about 115 residents per day. It operates as part of the Stein Ltc network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.15 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.20 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.1%, 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
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.15 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Van Buren for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 140
- Avg. residents/day
- 115
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Stein Ltc
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 045268
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 | $6,710–$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
- 4.15
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.20
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46.1%
- 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
- 2024-09-19
- 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.
2024-09-19Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2024-09-19Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
2024-09-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2023-07-14Severity 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.
2023-07-14Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
2023-07-14Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2023-07-14Severity E — 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.
2023-07-14Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
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
Location
1404 North 28TH Street, Van Buren, AR
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
How much does Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center cost?
Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Van Buren, 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 Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 4.15 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center?
Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-09-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 82% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center offer?
Van Buren Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Van Buren, AR offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 140 beds.
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