About Bourbon Heights Nursing Home
Bourbon Heights Nursing Home, located in Paris, KY, is a non-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Bourbon Heights Nursing Home
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.54 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.54 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
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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).
Above Average Staffing
Bourbon Heights Nursing Home provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 1 |
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| Health Inspection | 1 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 3 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 384 | Nov 22, 2024 |
| Weighted Average | 464 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 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) | 18.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 10.1% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 1.4% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.7% |
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) | 14.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 4.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 0.7% |
| 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) | 3.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 98.9% |
| 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) | 18.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 23.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 5.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 26.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 11.9% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2024: 3 complaints
- 2025: 10 complaints
- Total: 13 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jan 25, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. |
| Jan 25, 2025 | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. |
| May 20, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| May 20, 2024 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| May 20, 2024 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
BOURBON HEIGHTS, INC.
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- MICHELL BALES CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JEFF BELL CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- STEPHEN BESSON ADP OF THE SNF
- THOMAS DAVIS ADP OF THE SNF
- SHEA ERNEST CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ERICA HIGHTCHEW OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ERICA HIGHTCHEW ADP OF THE SNF
- WAYNE LOGAN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- AMANDA MCCAULEY-THORNBERRY CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ASA MCCRACKEN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- HARRY PARK CORPORATE DIRECTOR
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 3 |
| Cedar Ridge Health Campus | N/A | 5 |
| Robertson County Health Care Facility | N/A | 4 |
| Bluegrass Care and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 4 |
| The Willows at Citation | N/A | 4 |
| Lexington Country Place | N/A | 3 |
| Pine Meadows Post Acute | N/A | 2 |
| Cardinal Hill Skilled Rehabilitation Unit | N/A | 4 |
| Thomson-Hood Veterans Center | N/A | 5 |
| The Willows at Fritz Farm | N/A | 4 |
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Ownership Details
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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
- 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
- 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 Bourbon Heights Nursing Home directly at 8599875750. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
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.