Bayou Vista Nursing and Rehab CenterCMS ratings, inspections and fines
- Address
- 323 Evergreen Hwy, Bunkie, LA 71322
- CCN
- 195603
- Ownership type
- For-profit, limited liability company
- Certified beds
- 92
- Chain
- None in the CMS record
- Residents per day
- 56
- CMS flags
- None in the CMS record
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CMS gives Bayou Vista Nursing and Rehab Center an overall rating of 3 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 12 Aug 2025. The latest survey cycle has 4 health citations. The median for nursing homes in Louisiana is 6. CMS lists 1 fine of $8,824 for this home in its penalties file.
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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Five-Star Quality Rating System: Technical Users' Guide, July 2026. CMS processed this record on .
Since the last CMS update
The site has no recorded change for this home. In each CMS update, the site compares the ratings, the penalties and the citations of each home.
Ratings
CMS gives each home 1 to 5 stars for health inspections, for staffing and for quality measures, and one overall rating.
| Rating (1 to 5 stars) | This home | Avoyelles Parish median | Louisiana median | US average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3 | 3.0 | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Health inspection rating | 4 | 4.0 | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Staffing rating | 1 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.9 |
| Quality measure rating | 2 | 2.0 | 2.0 | 3.6 |
A median is the middle value of the homes in the group: 8 homes in the parish, 265 homes in the state. What the CMS star ratings measure
Citations by survey cycle
CMS keeps the last three cycles, and cycle 1 is the latest. A cycle has one standard survey. Citations from complaint and infection control inspections go into cycles of 12 months.
| Survey cycle | Standard survey | Citations | Louisiana median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (latest) | 12 Aug 2025 | 4 | 6 |
| Cycle 2 | 8 May 2024 | 3 | 8 |
| Cycle 3 | No date | 13 | 7 |
Health citations
The record of one deficiency in an inspection. One inspection can give many citations.
Scope and severity. A letter from A to L on each citation. Scope is the number of residents that the deficiency affected. Severity is the level of harm.
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J0 | K0 | L0 |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | H0 | I0 | |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | |||
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A0 | B0 | C0 |
Survey cycle 1 (latest): 4 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug 2025 | F0582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | D | Standard survey | 5 Sep 2025 |
| 12 Aug 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 5 Sep 2025 |
| 12 Aug 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 5 Sep 2025 |
| 12 Aug 2025 | F0851 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. | E | Standard survey | 5 Sep 2025 |
Survey cycle 2: 3 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Sep 2024 |
| 8 May 2024 | F0693 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. | D | Standard survey | 14 May 2024 |
| 8 May 2024 | F0851 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. | F | Standard survey | 14 May 2024 |
Survey cycle 3: 13 citations
The CMS provider file has no standard survey date for this cycle.
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 1 Nov 2023 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Oct 2023 |
| 14 Aug 2023 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 14 Aug 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 7 Sep 2023 |
| 23 May 2023 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 23 May 2023 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 23 May 2023 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 23 May 2023 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 23 May 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 23 May 2023 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | E | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 23 May 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 23 May 2023 | F0851 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. | E | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 23 May 2023 | F0887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
The requirement text is the CMS summary of the F-tag. It is not the report of the surveyor. How to read an inspection report
Penalties
A fine, or a payment denial: a period in which Medicare or Medicaid does not pay for new admissions. The CMS penalties file holds three years.
| Date | Type | Fine | Days without payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul 2024 | Fine | $8,824 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day. The nurse hours for one resident on an average day. CMS calculates the figure from the hours that the home reports for a quarter.
| Staff | This home | Louisiana median | Louisiana average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nurse staff | No data | 3.60 | 3.73 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | No data | 0.20 | 0.30 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | No data | 1.15 | |
| Nurse aides | No data | 2.27 | |
| All nurse staff, weekends | No data | 3.10 | 3.18 |
- Nurse staff turnover in a year
- No data
- Nurse staff turnover, Louisiana median
- 47.0%
- RN turnover in a year
- No data
- Administrators who left in a year
- No data
Homes report the hours to CMS in the Payroll-Based Journal.
Quality measures
A figure that CMS calculates from the assessments of residents. One example is the percentage of long-stay residents with a fall and a major injury.
| Measure (CMS text) | Residents | This home | Louisiana median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 19.8% | 17.0% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 1.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 9.4% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 5.8% | 3.2% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 2.3% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 14.2% | 16.8% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 4.4% | 4.9% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 22.1% | 21.2% | 13.4% |
For each measure in this table, CMS gives more points in the quality measure rating for a lower percentage. The site calculates the medians from the CMS file. What the CMS star ratings measure
Ownership
An organisation in the CMS ownership file. CMS records its role, for example an ownership interest, operational or managerial control, or a mortgage interest.
- Ownership type
- For-profit, limited liability company
- Legal business name
- Bayou Vista Nursing and Rehab Center
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayou Vista Nursing and Rehab Center | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 1 Dec 2021 |
The site shows organisations only. It does not show the names of persons.
Other homes in Avoyelles Parish
| Nursing home | City | Overall rating | Citations, latest cycle | Fines | Last standard survey | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hessmer Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Hessmer | 4 of 5 | 0 | $0 | 1 Apr 2026 | |
| Riviere De Soleil Community Care Center | Mansura | 3 of 5 | 5 | $0 | 10 Sep 2025 | |
| Colonial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Marksville | 2 of 5 | 9 | $21,752 | 28 May 2026 | |
| Valley View Health Care Facility | Marksville | 2 of 5 | 6 | $37,310 | 29 Jan 2026 | |
| Avoyelles Manor Nursing Home | Dupont | 4 of 5 | 0 | $0 | 19 May 2026 | |
| Oak Haven Rehabilitation and Healthcare CenterSpecial Focus candidate | Center Point | 2 of 5 | 10 | $44,606 | 16 Apr 2026 | |
| Bayou Chateau Nursing Center | Simmesport | 2 of 5 | 7 | $0 | 17 Sep 2025 |
Official channels
- Care Compare record of this nursing homeMedicare.gov. The official CMS record of this home.
- Contact information for State Survey AgenciesCMS. The web address and the telephone number of the State Survey Agency of each state. These agencies investigate complaints about nursing homes.
- Filing a complaintMedicare.gov. The page names the State Survey Agency as the place for a complaint about nursing home care or facility conditions.
- Eldercare LocatorAdministration for Community Living. A public service that connects older adults and their families to local services. Telephone: 1-800-677-1116.
Cite this page
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare. Record of Bayou Vista Nursing and Rehab Center (CCN 195603). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/bayou-vista-nursing-and-rehab-center-bunkie-la-195603/
Provenance
- Licence
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- CMS processed the data on
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Questions
- When was Bayou Vista Nursing and Rehab Center last inspected?
- The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 12 Aug 2025. It was a standard survey. It gave 4 citations. The standard survey before the last one was on 8 May 2024.
- Who operates Bayou Vista Nursing and Rehab Center?
- The CMS record gives the ownership type as for-profit, limited liability company. CMS lists no chain for the home. The CMS ownership file names no organisation for operational or managerial control. This site does not show the names of persons.
- Is Bayou Vista Nursing and Rehab Center a Special Focus Facility?
- No. The CMS provider file lists no Special Focus status for this home. CMS lists 1 home in Louisiana as a Special Focus Facility and 5 as candidates.
- Where does the data on this page come from?
- The data comes from the CMS Care Compare files for nursing homes. CMS processed the files on 1 Aug 2026. The Care Compare record on Medicare.gov is the official record of the home.