Quick answers
- Where is Washington County Nursing Home?
- 14600 St Stephens Avenue, Chatom, AL 36518, in Washington County, Alabama.
- What is the phone number of Washington County Nursing Home?
- (251) 847-6412, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Washington County Nursing Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Washington County Nursing Home been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Washington County Nursing Home.
- What did inspectors find at Washington County Nursing Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (February 15, 2018 to June 10, 2021), Medicare lists 1 health citation; the most serious was level D. 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 (February 15, 2018 to June 10, 2021), Washington County Nursing Home had 1 health citation; the most serious was level D (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 4.49 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: June 10, 2021 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: June 10, 2021 (standard health inspection).
Previous cycle: February 28, 2019 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 28, 2019 (standard health inspection).
Earlier cycle: February 15, 2018 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: February 15, 2018 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
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 (3)
K0341 Level D
“Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.”
K0325 Level E
“Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.”
K0271 Level D
“Have exits that are accessible at all times.”
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 | 0.67 | 0.66 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.95 | 0.78 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.87 | 2.46 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.49 | 3.90 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.78 | 3.27 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.13 | 0.37 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 25.0% | 46.8% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 7.7% | 40.0% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Washington County Healthcare Authority, Inc.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington County Healthcare Authority, Inc | Direct owner | — | October 1, 2007 |
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 | 88 |
| Average residents per day | 75 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Government – county |
| Legal business name | Washington County Healthcare Authority, Inc |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1975-01-01 |
| Located inside a hospital | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 14600 St Stephens Avenue, Chatom, AL 36518 |
| County | Washington County |
| State | Alabama |
| Phone | (251) 847‑6412 |
| CMS Certification Number | 015123 |
| Name in Medicare records | WASHINGTON COUNTY 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).
- Jackson Health Care Facility21 mi · Jackson, AL · 4 of 5 stars
- Crowne Health Care of Citronelle25 mi · Citronelle, AL · 5 of 5 stars
- Pine View Health and Rehabilitation Center29 mi · Waynesboro, MS · 2 of 5 stars
- Greene County Health and Rehabilitation29 mi · Leakesville, MS · 4 of 5 stars
- Leakesville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Inc29 mi · Leakesville, MS · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Washington County Hospital0.0 mi · Chatom, AL · Critical Access Hospital
- Jackson Medical Center21 mi · Jackson, AL · Acute Care Hospital
- Wayne General Hospital28 mi · Waynesboro, MS · 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