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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Clifton Heights

446 MT. Holly Avenue · Louisville, KY 40206 · 110 certified beds

5028971646

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About Clifton Heights

Clifton Heights is a nursing home in Louisville, Kentucky. Public records list 110 beds. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Journey Healthcare. It is Medicare certified. We hold 35 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 4 December 2025. Public enforcement records list no fine or payment denial against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.61 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

CMS designation

Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)

CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.

Source: CMS Provider Information.GOV

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

2.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

27

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

2.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

27

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

1.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

27

Inspection history (35)

Records from March 2019 to December 2025.

  • December 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-04 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-04.GOV
  • December 4, 2025 · E

    Citation F0925

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-12-04 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-12-04.GOV
  • November 22, 2025 · J

    Citation F0697

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-22 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-22.GOV
  • November 22, 2025 · G

    Citation F0776

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-22 under CMS tag F0776 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-22.GOV
  • August 11, 2023 · K

    Citation F0600

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-11 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity K: pattern, immediate jeopardy) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-11.GOV
  • August 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-11 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-11.GOV
  • August 11, 2023 · J

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-11 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-11.GOV
  • August 11, 2023 · K

    Citation F0835

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-11 under CMS tag F0835 (CMS scope/severity K: pattern, immediate jeopardy) for Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-11.GOV
  • August 11, 2023 · K

    Citation F0867

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-11 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity K: pattern, immediate jeopardy) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-11.GOV
  • August 11, 2023 · J

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-11 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-11.GOV
  • August 11, 2023 · E

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-11 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-11.GOV
  • August 11, 2023 · J

    Citation F0607

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-11 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-11.GOV
  • August 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-11 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-11.GOV
  • June 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-11 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-11.GOV
  • June 11, 2023 · E

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-11 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-11.GOV
  • June 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-11 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-11.GOV
  • June 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0693

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-11 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-11.GOV
  • June 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0558

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-11 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-11.GOV
  • June 11, 2023 · J

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-11 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-11.GOV
  • June 11, 2023 · D

    Citation F0686

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-06-11 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-06-11.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $0

Staffing

Latest: 3.61 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.37 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.37 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.61 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.61 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.61 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.24 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Journey Healthcare

Chain ID 766 · 32 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 1.9
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.3
  • Chain average staffing rating: 1.5
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 2.7

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: Journey CZ of KY LLC

    parent · PAC 7113468679

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical KY range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · KY$9,718/mo
See full KY cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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Where this information came from

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CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
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Ownership type, Parent organization
CMS enrollmentas of July 2026
NPI
CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day

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