Nursing Homes in ZIP 71457 (Natchitoches, LA)
There are 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in ZIP 71457, Natchitoches, LA, in this CMS data release (average rating 1.3 / 5 among rated providers).
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Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) serve people who need continuous nursing care, rehabilitation after a hospital stay, or long-term residential care. CMS inspects them roughly annually and publishes Five-Star ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
Choosing among nursing homes in ZIP 71457
The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.
If you are choosing for yourself or a family member in ZIP 71457, Natchitoches, LA, visit in person when possible, ask about current availability, and confirm participation in Medicare and Medicaid. Ask how the provider handles care planning, family communication, and after-hours concerns.
Medicare-certified nursing homes in ZIP 71457
Data profile for ZIP 71457
CMS data lets us profile the 3 providers with a mailing address in ZIP 71457: 3 (100%) carry a published overall star rating. Ownership on record breaks down as 1 for-profit, 1 government, 1 non-profit. The highest published overall rating in this ZIP is 2.0 out of 5 at NATCHITOCHES COMMUNITY CARE CENTER (non-profit). Across rated providers the scores range from 1.0 to 2.0 out of 5. 330 certified beds are reported across 3 of these providers. Nurse staffing among reporting providers averages 4.04 hours per resident-day. Reported registered-nurse turnover averages 14.3%. 2 providers have at least one federal penalty on record, totaling $739,916 in fines.
| Providers on record | 3 |
|---|---|
| With a published overall rating | 3 of 3 (100%) |
| Average overall rating | 1.3 / 5 |
| Highest-rated provider | NATCHITOCHES COMMUNITY CARE CENTER (2.0 / 5) |
| Ownership mix | 1 for-profit, 1 government, 1 non-profit |
| Certified beds (total) | 330 |
| Providers with a federal penalty | 2 |
| Total federal fines | $739,916 |
| Avg nurse hours / resident-day | 4.04 |
| Avg RN turnover | 14.3% |
CMS measures by provider
| Provider | Overall | Health insp. | Staffing | QM | Certified beds | Occupancy | RN turnover | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COURTYARD OF NATCHITOCHES | 1.0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 112 | 85.2% | — | 0 |
| NATCHITOCHES COMMUNITY CARE CENTER | 2.0 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 120 | 109.2% | 14.3% | 1 |
| Natchitoches Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LL | 1.0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 98 | 64.4% | — | 4 |
Frequently asked questions
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Data sources
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (processing date 2026-10-06). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is informational only and is not medical advice.
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