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100/100Joseph Eddie Ballard Western Kentucky Veterans Cen Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (Hanson, Kentucky)
926 Veterans Drive, Hanson, Kentucky 42413
Phone: 2703229087
CMS Overall:5/5
Overview & Bed Count
Certified Beds
156
Avg Residents/Day
81.6
Ownership
Government - State
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Hopkins
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Citation
No
CMS Star Ratings
Overall5/5
Health5/5
Staffing5/5
Quality3/5
Nurse Staffing Check
| Metric | This Facility | Kentucky Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours per Resident per Day | 1.43 | 0.80 | +0.63 |
| Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day | 5.58 | 3.99 | +1.59 |
| CMS Staffing Rating | 5/5 | 2.8/5 | - |
| Nursing Staff Turnover | 30.4% | 45.4% | - |
Health Citation History
2 health citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-08-21 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2019-08-21 | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
Fire Safety Citation History
6 fire safety citations on record
| Date | Category | Description | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-12 | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-12 | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Meet Health Care Facilities Code mechanical requirements. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-12 | Smoke Deficiencies | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2026-02-12 | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | D – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-16 | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
| 2024-10-16 | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | E – Moderate Harm Potential |
Total Penalties & Fines
$0
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
0
Number of Fines
0
Total Penalties
No penalty records found.
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