Quick answers
- Where is Little River Nursing & Rehab?
- 162 Hwy 32-2A, Ashdown, AR 71822, in Little River County, Arkansas.
- What is the phone number of Little River Nursing & Rehab?
- (870) 898-5101, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Little River Nursing & Rehab?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Little River Nursing & Rehab been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Little River Nursing & Rehab.
- What did inspectors find at Little River Nursing & Rehab?
- In its last three inspection cycles (March 1, 2024 to June 17, 2026), Medicare lists 13 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (March 1, 2024 to June 17, 2026), Little River Nursing & Rehab had 13 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 4.11 hours per resident per day; the Arkansas average is 4.08 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: June 17, 2026 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: June 17, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Previous cycle: January 24, 2025 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 24, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0758 Level D
“Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.”
Earlier cycle: March 1, 2024 — 11 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: March 1, 2024 (complaint investigation); March 1, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 11 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0623 Level E
“Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.”
F0689 Level E
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0695 Level E
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0803 Level E
“Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.”
F0805 Level E
“Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0644 Level D
“Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.”
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0690 Level D
“Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (1)
K0223 Level F
“Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Arkansas | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.37 | 0.41 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.15 | 0.93 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.59 | 2.73 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.11 | 4.08 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.24 | 3.45 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.19 | 0.28 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 36.8% | 49.0% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 40.0% | 42.5% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Little River Nursing Home.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battiest, Dana | Indirect owner | NOT APPLICABLE | November 3, 2015 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 85 |
| Average residents per day | 77.4 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Government – city/county |
| Legal business name | Little River Nursing Home |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1994-09-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 162 Hwy 32-2A, Ashdown, AR 71822 |
| County | Little River County |
| State | Arkansas |
| Phone | (870) 898‑5101 |
| CMS Certification Number | 045244 |
| Name in Medicare records | LITTLE RIVER NURSING & REHAB |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Pleasant Manor Nursing & Rehab0.8 mi · Ashdown, AR · 5 of 5 stars
- Cornerstone Retirement Community14 mi · Texarkana, TX · 4 of 5 stars
- Avir at Cowhorn Creek14 mi · Texarkana, TX · 1 of 5 stars
- Reunion Plaza Senior Care and Rehabilitation Cente14 mi · Texarkana, TX · 1 of 5 stars
- Heritage Plaza Nursing Center15 mi · Texarkana, TX · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Little River Memorial Hospital0.6 mi · Ashdown, AR · Critical Access Hospital
- CHRISTUS St Michael Health System15 mi · Texarkana, TX · Acute Care Hospital
- Wadley Regional Medical Center18 mi · Texarkana, TX · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13