Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu

Somerset, KY • CMS Certification: 185407

  • Date Updated: May 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 5 Stars
  • Address: 305 Langdon Street, Somerset KY 42503
  • Phone: 6066783323
Affiliations Staffing Ratings

About Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu, located in Somerset, KY, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare. It is located within a hospital setting.

Why Families Choose Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu

  • High Quality Care: With a 5-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
  • Top Ranked: Ranked #1 out of 10 facilities within 25 miles.
  • More Nursing Time: Staff spends 5.00 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 5 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 5.00 hrs
  • Safety Record Clean

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the LIFEPOINT HEALTH network. This chain operates 8 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection
4.1
Staffing
3.0
Quality
3.1

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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

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

3.55 hrs/day
State: 0.76 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.72
Quality Adj: 3.31

Licensed Practical Nurses

3.84 hrs/day
State: 1.57 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 0.91
Quality Adj: 0.27

Certified Assistants

1.16 hrs/day
State: 2.41 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 2.48
Quality Adj: 1.09

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 5
Health Inspection 5
Quality Measures 2
Staffing 4

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Weighted Average 1 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) 34.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) 10.6%
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) N/A
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) N/A

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) N/A
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) N/A
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) N/A
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) N/A
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) N/A
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) N/A
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) N/A
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) N/A
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 99.5%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) 2.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) N/A
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) N/A
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) N/A
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) 96.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) N/A
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) N/A
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) N/A

Complaints & Deficiencies

No Complaints on Record

This facility has no complaints filed in our database, which suggests good resident satisfaction and quality care.

No recent complaints (since Jan 2023) found for this facility.

Nearby Hospitals

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RUSSELL COUNTY HOSPITAL

RUSSELL SPRINGS, KY

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Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

LAKE CUMBERLAND REGIONAL HOSPITAL LLC

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

Associated Doctors

No associated doctor information available.

Local Comparison

Facility Distance Rating
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu N/A 5
Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation N/A 4
Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care N/A 5
Somerset Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility N/A 2
Williamsburg Health and Rehabilitation Center N/A 4
Somerwoods Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center N/A 2
Cumberland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center N/A 2
Rockcastle Health and Rehabilitation Center N/A 2
Liberty Care and Rehabilitation Center N/A 1
Mountain Ridge Health and Rehabilitation N/A 1

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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

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu has a 5-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates excellent quality care above average standards. The nursing staff spends 5.00 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu is certified to accept Medicare 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 12 certified beds.

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu accepts Medicare, 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 Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu directly at 6066783323. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Scu, 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

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