About Kennedy Health and Rehab
Kennedy Health And Rehab, located in Lufkin, TX, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Kennedy Health and Rehab
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.24 hrs
- Safety Record Issues
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the CREATIVE SOLUTIONS IN HEALTHCARE network. This chain operates 149 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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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).
Below Average Staffing
Kennedy Health and Rehab provides less care hours than the state average and less 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 | 1 |
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| Staffing | 2 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 807 | Jun 25, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 696 | Combined Score |
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) | 27.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 11.1% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 3.0% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 4.1% |
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) | 26.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 5.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 1.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 3.0% |
| 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) | 87.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 29.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 4.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 19.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 24.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 91.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 37.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 6.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 20.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 30.4% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 1 complaint
- 2024: 14 complaints
- 2025: 23 complaints
- 2026: 4 complaints
- Total: 42 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2026 | Meet other general requirements. |
| Jan 01, 2026 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Jan 01, 2026 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
| Jan 01, 2026 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Nov 20, 2025 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
| Nov 20, 2025 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted |
| Nov 20, 2025 | Encode each resident?s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. |
| Nov 20, 2025 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| Nov 20, 2025 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. |
| Nov 20, 2025 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| Sep 17, 2025 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Jul 24, 2025 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
| Jul 24, 2025 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. |
| Jul 24, 2025 | 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. |
| Jul 24, 2025 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition |
| Jul 24, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jul 24, 2025 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| Jul 24, 2025 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. |
| Jul 24, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Jul 24, 2025 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. |
| May 30, 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. |
| May 30, 2025 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Mar 06, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Mar 06, 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. |
| Mar 06, 2025 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| Dec 20, 2024 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
| Dec 20, 2024 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| Dec 20, 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. |
| Dec 15, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Dec 15, 2024 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. |
| Nov 25, 2024 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. |
| Nov 25, 2024 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Nov 25, 2024 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| Nov 25, 2024 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. |
| Nov 25, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Nov 20, 2024 | 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. |
| Nov 04, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| Nov 03, 2024 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| Nov 03, 2024 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. |
| Jun 21, 2023 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
CHAMBERS COUNTY PUBLIC HOSPITAL DISTRICT NO. 1
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- KIMBERLY COOPER CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- KENNEDY REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE LLC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- ELIZABETH NEWTON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- EULA SPARKS W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
Associated Doctors
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Noted Deficiencies
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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 Kennedy Health and Rehab directly at 9366323331. 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.