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Lake Charles Care Center

Very Good4-Star CMS Rating

2701 ERNEST STREET, Lake Charles, LA 70601

182 Beds
Medicare Since 1997

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2701 ERNEST STREET
Lake Charles, LA 70601

About Lake Charles Care Center

Nursing home overview and details

Lake Charles Care Center is a for-profit nursing home in Lake Charles, LA, serving Calcasieu County and the surrounding community. The facility has 182 certified beds with an average daily census of 129.8 residents.

Lake Charles Care Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1997, bringing 29 years of experience in long-term care.

Lake Charles Care Center has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Lake Charles, LA, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating4/5 Stars
Certified Beds182
Avg. Residents/Day129.8
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyCalcasieu
Affiliated Doctors3

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Lake Charles Care Center has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.

Health Inspection

Very Good

Quality Measures

Below Average

Staffing

Average

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Lake Charles Care Center provides 3.63 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.12 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 57.7%, which is higher than many facilities and may indicate staffing challenges. RN-specific turnover is 20.0%. Weekend staffing averages 3.10 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.12
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.63
Total Nurse Turnover Rate57.7%
RN Turnover Rate20.0%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.10

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Lake Charles Care Center has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This is an important consideration for families evaluating nursing home safety, as it indicates the facility has maintained compliance with federal quality standards. The facility has no infection control deficiencies on record, which is particularly important for the health and safety of elderly residents.

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About Lake Charles Care Center

What is the CMS rating for Lake Charles Care Center?

Lake Charles Care Center has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Lake Charles Care Center have?

Lake Charles Care Center has 182 certified beds with an average daily census of 129.8 residents.

What type of facility is Lake Charles Care Center?

Lake Charles Care Center is a for profit - limited liability company nursing home serving Calcasieu County in Lake Charles, LA.

How many doctors practice at Lake Charles Care Center?

3 physicians are affiliated with Lake Charles Care Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Lake Charles Care Center have any safety concerns?

Lake Charles Care Center has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from CMS.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·