Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC

About Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC

Northway Health And Rehabilitation, Llc, located in BIRMINGHAM, AL, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC

More Nursing Time: Staff spends 3.89 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).

Key Performance Indicators

CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
Nursing Hours 3.89 hrs
Safety Record Clean

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the NHS MANAGEMENT network. This chain operates 43 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection

2.7

Staffing

3.7

Quality

3.5

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Nursing Staff Analysis

Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

Mixed Staffing Levels

Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC provides less care hours than the state average and more than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.32 hrs/day

State: 0.65 US: 0.68

Case Mix Adj: 0.52

Quality Adj: 0.41

Licensed Practical Nurses

0.98 hrs/day

State: 1.43 US: 1.54

Case Mix Adj: 0.65

Quality Adj: 0.87

Certified Assistants

2.91 hrs/day

State: 2.50 US: 2.33

Case Mix Adj: 1.77

Quality Adj: 3.80

CMS Quality Ratings

Category	Rating	Stars
Overall Rating	2
Health Inspection	2
Quality Measures	4
Staffing	3

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle	Score	Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent)	28	Apr 17, 2024
Weighted Average	24	Combined Score

Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

Detailed Quality Measures

Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.

Medicare claims-based measures

Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.

Measure	Rate
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521)	N/A
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522)	N/A
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551)	1.2%
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552)	1.8%

MDS-based measures

Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.

Measure	Rate
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401)	16.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404)	2.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406)	0.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407)	0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408)	0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409)	0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410)	3.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415)	28.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430)	31.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434)	0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451)	16.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452)	22.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454)	95.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472)	76.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479)	3.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480)	7.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481)	36.6%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

2024: 7 complaints
Total: 7 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date	Description
May 22, 2024	Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
May 22, 2024	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
May 22, 2024	Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
May 22, 2024	PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
May 22, 2024	Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
May 22, 2024	Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
May 22, 2024	Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.

Business Entity

NORTHWAY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION, LLC

Ownership Structure

JAMES ESTES Indirect
JAMES N ESTES JR FAMILY DYNASTY TR NO 2 Indirect
JAMES NORMAN ESTES JR TR Indirect
JENNIFER E AGEE FAMILY DYNASTY TR NO 2 Indirect
JENNIFER LEE ESTES TR 031093 Indirect
NORTHPORT HOLDING OPERATIONS LLC Direct: 100%

Management & Direction

JAMES ESTES CORPORATE OFFICER
LETCHERNIQUE HOLMES OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
LETCHERNIQUE HOLMES CORPORATE DIRECTOR
JORDAN KILGORE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
JORDAN KILGORE W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
PHILLIP LONG CORPORATE OFFICER
DEREK PATTERSON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
DEREK PATTERSON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
LYNN RASCO OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
LYNN RASCO CORPORATE DIRECTOR

Associated Doctors

No associated doctor information available.

Local Comparison

Facility	Distance	Rating
Baron House of Hueytown	N/A	4
Kirkwood By The River	N/A	3
Arlington Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center	N/A	4
Columbiana Health and Rehabilitation, LLC	N/A	4
Cavalier Healthcare of Trussville	N/A	2
Diversicare of Riverchase	N/A	4
Fair Haven	N/A	3
Greenbriar at The Altamont Skilled Nursing Facilit	N/A	3
Plantation Manor Nursing Home	N/A	3
Redmont Health and Rehabilitation Center	N/A	3

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Ownership Details

Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.

Noted Deficiencies

Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.

Nursing Hours Analysis

Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.

Frequently Asked Questions

Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC has a 2-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 3.89 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:

Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease

The facility has 113 certified beds.

Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:

Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
Room type (private vs. semi-private)
Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
Length of stay and specific services required

For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC directly at 2053285870. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Northway Health and Rehabilitation, LLC, pay attention to these important factors:

Environment & Cleanliness

Overall cleanliness and odors
Resident room conditions
Common area maintenance
Safety features and accessibility

Staff & Care Quality

Staff-to-resident ratios
How staff interact with residents
Response time to resident needs
Staff knowledge and professionalism

Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.