Quick answers
- Where is Marengo Nursing Home?
- 608 North Main Street, Linden, AL 36748, in Marengo County, Alabama.
- What is the phone number of Marengo Nursing Home?
- (334) 295-8631, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Marengo Nursing Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Marengo Nursing Home been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Marengo Nursing Home.
- What did inspectors find at Marengo Nursing Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (April 5, 2018 to January 6, 2022), Medicare lists 6 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 (April 5, 2018 to January 6, 2022), Marengo Nursing Home had 6 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 4.51 hours per resident per day; the Alabama average is 3.90 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: January 6, 2022 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: January 6, 2022 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0561 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.”
Previous cycle: May 8, 2019 — 5 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 8, 2019 (standard health inspection).
Show 5 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.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0732 Level C
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Earlier cycle: April 5, 2018 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: April 5, 2018 (standard health inspection).
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 (9)
E0041 Level D
“Implement emergency and standby power systems.”
K0353 Level E
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0914 Level E
“Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0920 Level D
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0325 Level E
“Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.”
K0345 Level D
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0918 Level D
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0922 Level D
“Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.”
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 | Alabama | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.65 | 0.66 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.89 | 0.78 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.97 | 2.46 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.51 | 3.90 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.90 | 3.27 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.21 | 0.37 | 0.48 |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Linden Hospital Board.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Hospital Board | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | January 27, 2014 |
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 | 78 |
| Average residents per day | 60 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – other |
| Legal business name | Linden Hospital Board |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1971-04-08 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 608 North Main Street, Linden, AL 36748 |
| County | Marengo County |
| State | Alabama |
| Phone | (334) 295‑8631 |
| CMS Certification Number | 015330 |
| Name in Medicare records | MARENGO NURSING HOME |
| 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).
- Woodhaven Manor Nursing Home13 mi · Demopolis, AL · 5 of 5 stars
- Crowne Health Care of Thomasville27 mi · Thomasville, AL · 5 of 5 stars
- Timberland Health and Wellness Center28 mi · Butler, AL · 5 of 5 stars
- Diversicare of Greensboro30 mi · Greensboro, AL · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Whitfield Regional Hospital9.1 mi · Demopolis, AL · Acute Care Hospital
- Hale County Hospital28 mi · Greensboro, AL · Acute Care Hospital
- Ochsner Choctaw General31 mi · Butler, AL · Critical Access 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