Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care - 5-Star Rated Nursing Home in Mount Vernon, KY (2026)

Last Updated: October 2026

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Composite Quality Score

Comprehensive rating based on CMS data, staffing, quality measures, and compliance

A+

Grade

Score

CMS Ratings

19.1/22

Staffing Quality

19.3/20

Quality Measures

0.0/22

Compliance

18.0/18

Safety

13.0/13

Availability

10.0/10

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Current Availability Estimate

Occupancy Rate79.7%

143

Total Beds

114

Occupied

Available

Basic Information

Address:

145 Newcomb Avenue

Mount Vernon, KY 40456

Phone:

(606)256-2195

Ownership Type:

Nonprofit

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Number of Beds:

143

Estimated Occupancy:

80% (~29 available)

Quality Ratings

Overall Rating:5/5 Stars

Health Inspection:4/5 Stars

Staffing Rating:3/5 Stars

Quality Measures:5/5 Stars

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Safety Information

Abuse Issues:No Issues Reported

Special Focus:Not Under Special Focus

Additional Information

CMS Certification Number:

185157

Provider Type:

Medicare and Medicaid

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Staffing Metrics

Higher staffing hours generally indicate better care quality. Lower turnover indicates more experienced, stable staff.

Registered Nurse (RN) Hours

Per resident per day

Above Average

This Facility

2.34

hours

National Avg

0.64

hours

Total Nursing Staff Hours

RN + LPN + Nurse Aides per resident per day

Above Average

This Facility

7.05

hours

National Avg

3.89

hours

Breakdown:

RN: 2.34hLPN: 1.67hAide: 3.03h

Staff Turnover Rate

Annual nursing staff turnover

Below Average

This Facility

26.1%

National Avg

46.6%

RN Turnover: 15.6%

Understanding Staffing Metrics

Staffing hours: Higher hours generally mean more staff attention per resident. Federal minimum is 3.5 total hours per resident per day, but quality facilities often exceed 4+ hours.

Turnover: High turnover (>50%) can indicate staffing issues and affect care continuity. Lower turnover means more experienced staff familiar with residents' needs.

Learn why staffing levels are the #1 quality indicator →

Detailed Quality Measures

Medicare Claims Quality Measures

Based on Medicare claims data showing rehospitalization and emergency department visit rates.

Rehospitalization

N/A

Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission

Observed:N/A

Expected:N/A

ED Visits (Outpatient)

N/A

Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit

Observed:N/A

Expected:N/A

551

0.4%

Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days

Observed:0.7%

Expected:3.4%

552

0.0%

Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days

Observed:0.0%

Expected:2.0%

Long-Stay Resident Quality Measures

Based on resident assessments for individuals staying 100+ days. Lower percentages are generally better.

ADL Decline

11.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

ADL Decline

7.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

ADL Decline

17.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

13.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

ADL Decline

17.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

11.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

ADL Decline

7.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

ADL Decline

17.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

17.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

ADL Decline

13.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

ADL Decline

14.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

ADL Decline

11.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

ADL Decline

14.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

ADL Decline

7.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

9.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Self-Report Pain

11.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Self-Report Pain

11.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Self-Report Pain

10.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

10.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

10.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

10.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

10.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

10.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Self-Report Pain

10.6%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Self-Report Pain

10.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Self-Report Pain

9.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Self-Report Pain

10.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Self-Report Pain

10.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

4.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Antipsychotic Use

3.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

4.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Antipsychotic Use

3.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

3.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

2.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Antipsychotic Use

2.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Antipsychotic Use

2.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Antipsychotic Use

3.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

3.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Antipsychotic Use

3.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

2.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Antipsychotic Use

3.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Antipsychotic Use

4.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Falls with Injury

0.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Falls with Injury

1.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

1.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

1.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

1.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Falls with Injury

0.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Falls with Injury

0.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Falls with Injury

0.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Falls with Injury

0.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Falls with Injury

0.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Falls with Injury

0.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Falls with Injury

0.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Falls with Injury

0.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Falls with Injury

0.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Functional Improvement

7.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Functional Improvement

7.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Functional Improvement

7.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Functional Improvement

7.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Functional Improvement

7.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Functional Improvement

7.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

41.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

35.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

Short Stay ADL Improvement

38.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Short Stay ADL Improvement

N/A

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short Stay ADL Improvement

41.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

N/A

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short Stay ADL Improvement

41.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

N/A

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short Stay ADL Improvement

41.0%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

N/A

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

N/A

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

N/A

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

Short Stay ADL Improvement

38.8%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

Short Stay ADL Improvement

35.3%

Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

479

11.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

479

11.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

479

14.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

13.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

479

9.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

479

14.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

9.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

479

9.5%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

479

14.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

13.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

479

9.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

479

9.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

479

14.7%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

479

9.9%

Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

481

8.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

481

8.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

481

8.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

481

9.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

481

8.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

481

8.2%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

481

9.1%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

481

8.4%

Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

Short-Stay Resident Quality Measures

Based on resident assessments for individuals staying less than 100 days (typically post-hospital rehabilitation).

434

3.8%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

434

N/A

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

434

N/A

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

434

3.2%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

N/A

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

434

N/A

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

434

3.2%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

N/A

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

434

N/A

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q2-2026Q1

434

N/A

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2025Q1-2025Q4

434

3.2%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

3.2%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q2-2025Q1

434

3.8%

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q3-2025Q2

434

N/A

Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication

Period: 2024Q4-2025Q3

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Quality Trends Over Time

Deficiencies by Severity Level

Track how health inspection findings have changed over time. Lower numbers indicate improvement.

How to read these charts: Trends show patterns over time. An upward trend in deficiencies may indicate declining quality. A positive trend suggests the facility is improving its care standards.

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Health Inspections & Deficiencies

Total Deficiencies

Inspections

Mar 26, 2025 - Health Survey

6 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0732

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected: Apr 18, 2025

Medium - PatternTag F0583

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Corrected: Apr 18, 2025

Medium - PatternTag F0919

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Corrected: Apr 18, 2025

Medium - PatternTag F0583

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Corrected: Apr 18, 2025

Medium - PatternTag F0919

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Corrected: Apr 18, 2025

Medium - PatternTag F0732

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected: Apr 18, 2025

Aug 30, 2018 - Health Survey

2 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0645

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Corrected: Sep 30, 2018

Medium - PatternTag F0645

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Corrected: Sep 30, 2018

Understanding Deficiencies

Deficiencies are violations of federal health and safety standards identified during CMS inspections. They are categorized by scope (isolated, pattern, or widespread) and severity (potential for harm vs. actual harm).

Critical deficiencies involve actual harm to residents and should be carefully considered. Facilities typically have opportunities to correct deficiencies and implement preventive measures.

Understanding deficiencies: Not all deficiencies indicate poor care. Learn how to interpret health inspection results and identify serious warning signs. Read our guide on warning signs →

Penalties & Enforcement

No penalties or payment denials in the past 3 years

Key Highlights

High CMS Rating

5 out of 5 stars from Medicare

👨‍⚕

Above Average RN Staffing

2.34 RN hours per resident/day (national avg: 0.64)

Low Staff Turnover

26.1% (national avg: 46.6%)

🛏

Beds Available

Approximately 29 beds potentially available

🏆

Clean Safety Record

No recent penalties or high-severity deficiencies

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the quality rating for Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care?

Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures reported by Medicare.

How many beds does this facility have?

Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care has 143 certified beds. The facility averages 114 residents per day, with an occupancy rate of approximately 80%.

What type of ownership does this facility have?

This facility is non profit - corporation owned.

How can I contact Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care?

You can call Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care at (606)256-2195. The facility is located at 145 Newcomb Avenue, Mount Vernon, KY 40456.

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