Nursing Homes in ZIP 71457 (Natchitoches, LA)
There are 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in ZIP 71457, Natchitoches, LA, within this CMS data release (average rating 1.3 / 5 among rated providers).
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Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, care for people who need ongoing nursing, rehabilitation following a hospital stay, or long-term residential support. CMS inspects them about once a year and issues Five-Star ratings covering health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
Choosing among nursing homes in ZIP 71457
The strongest comparisons weigh several signals together - inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the particular services someone requires. Ratings pull those signals into a single number, but they cannot stand in for a visit or a conversation with the staff.
When you are choosing for yourself or someone you care for in ZIP 71457, Natchitoches, LA, tour in person if you can, ask whether space is currently available, and confirm Medicare and Medicaid participation. Also ask how the provider manages care planning, keeps families informed, and handles concerns that arise after hours.
Medicare-certified nursing homes in ZIP 71457
Data profile for ZIP 71457
Using CMS data, we can profile the 3 providers with a mailing address in ZIP 71457: 3 (100%) carry a published overall star rating. Recorded ownership divides as 1 for-profit, 1 government, 1 non-profit. In this ZIP, the top published overall rating is 2.0 out of 5 at NATCHITOCHES COMMUNITY CARE CENTER (non-profit). Among rated providers, scores span 1.0 to 2.0 out of 5. 3 of these providers report 330 certified beds in total. Among reporting providers, nurse staffing averages 4.04 hours per resident-day. Registered-nurse turnover averages 14.3% where reported. 2 providers carry at least one federal penalty on record, with fines totaling $739,916.
| 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
Data 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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