Timber Springs Rehab and Retirement
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Timber Springs Rehab and Retirement has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the facility's operations and care quality. Ranked #55 out of 264 in Louisiana, they are in the top half of state facilities, but their county ranking is #1 out of 3, meaning they are the best local option but still have serious issues. The facility's trend is stable, with 5 identified issues in both 2023 and 2025, showing no improvement or worsening. While they have a strong 0% staff turnover rate, indicating staff stability, they have also incurred $141,373 in fines, which is concerning and suggests compliance problems. Specific incidents include a resident with severe cognitive impairment who eloped from the facility due to inadequate supervision, which poses a significant safety risk, and another resident whose care plan failed to include activities despite their expressed preferences, indicating a lack of attention to individual needs. Overall, while there are some strengths, such as staff stability, the facility has critical weaknesses that families should consider carefully.
- Trust Score
- F
- In Louisiana
- #55/264
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- Turnover data not reported for this facility.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $141,373 in fines. Lower than most Louisiana facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- RN staffing data not reported for this facility.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 15 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Well above median ($33,413)
Significant penalties indicating serious issues
The Ugly 15 deficiencies on record
Jan 2025
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Assessments
(Tag F0636)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interviews the facility failed to ensure MDS (Minimum Data Set) assessments were completed and transm...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0685
(Tag F0685)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, observation, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure a resident received proper treatment to maintain and/or improve hearing for 1 (#12) of 1 (#12) residents reviewed for...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's environment remained free of accident hazards. The facility failed to ensure a resident's TV (televisio...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure a comprehensive person-centered care plan was developed for 1 (#50) of 26 sampled residents. The facility failed to ensure an activit...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0700
(Tag F0700)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record reviews, observations and interviews, the facility failed to ensure correct use and maintenance of bed rails for...
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Dec 2023
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record reviews and interviews, the facility failed to ensure documentation of resident rights regarding Advance Directi...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure a baseline care plan was completed within 48 hours of admission for 1 (#301) of 15 (#3, #8, #10, #14, #20, #23, #24, #27, #29, #40, #...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review, observation, and interview the provider failed to ensure an oxygen concentrator filter was placed appropriately in the intake port of the concentrator for 1 (Resident #29) of 1...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview the provider failed to ensure a resident received appropriate monitoring when receiving antidepressant medications for 1 (Resident #20) of 5 (Residents #3, #20, #2...
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Sept 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to protect the residents' right to be free from verbal abuse by staf...
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Dec 2022
5 deficiencies
2 IJ (2 affecting multiple)
CRITICAL
(K)
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, observations, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure 1 (Resident #3) of 20 (#3, #5, #37, #41, #11...
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CRITICAL
(K)
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Administration
(Tag F0835)
Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews, the facility failed to administer its resources effectively and efficiently to attain or maintain the highe...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Employment Screening
(Tag F0606)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure adverse actions checks were completed monthly for 5 CNAs (certified nursing assistant) (S5 CNA, S6 CNA, S7 CNA, S8 CNA, S9 CNA) of ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review, interviews, and observation, the provider failed to ensure comprehensive care plans had been revised for...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and interviews, the facility failed to ensure dietary services were provided in a sanitary environment for 50 out of 50 residents served a meal tray from the kitchen as reported b...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 2 life-threatening violation(s), $141,373 in fines. Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 15 deficiencies on record, including 2 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
- • $141,373 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in Louisiana. Major compliance failures.
- • Grade F (36/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Timber Springs Rehab And Retirement's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns Timber Springs Rehab and Retirement an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered above average nationally. Within Louisiana, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Timber Springs Rehab And Retirement Staffed?
Detailed staffing data for Timber Springs Rehab and Retirement is not available in the current CMS dataset.
What Have Inspectors Found at Timber Springs Rehab And Retirement?
State health inspectors documented 15 deficiencies at Timber Springs Rehab and Retirement during 2022 to 2025. These included: 2 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death) and 13 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.
Who Owns and Operates Timber Springs Rehab And Retirement?
Timber Springs Rehab and Retirement is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 153 certified beds and approximately 0 residents (about 0% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in SPRINGHILL, Louisiana.
How Does Timber Springs Rehab And Retirement Compare to Other Louisiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Louisiana, Timber Springs Rehab and Retirement's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 2.4 and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Timber Springs Rehab And Retirement?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations.
Is Timber Springs Rehab And Retirement Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, Timber Springs Rehab and Retirement has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 2 Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 4-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Louisiana. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.
Do Nurses at Timber Springs Rehab And Retirement Stick Around?
Timber Springs Rehab and Retirement has not reported staff turnover data to CMS. Staff turnover matters because consistent caregivers learn residents' individual needs, medications, and preferences. When staff frequently change, this institutional knowledge is lost. Families should ask the facility directly about their staff retention rates and average employee tenure.
Was Timber Springs Rehab And Retirement Ever Fined?
Timber Springs Rehab and Retirement has been fined $141,373 across 1 penalty action. This is 4.1x the Louisiana average of $34,493. Fines at this level are uncommon and typically indicate a pattern of serious deficiencies, repeated violations, or failure to correct problems promptly. CMS reserves penalties of this magnitude for facilities that pose significant, documented risk to resident health or safety. Families should request specific documentation of what issues led to these fines and what systemic changes have been implemented.
Is Timber Springs Rehab And Retirement on Any Federal Watch List?
Timber Springs Rehab and Retirement is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.