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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
3720 HWY 80 East · Ruston, LA 71270 · 157 certified beds
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Onyx Care of Ruston is a nursing home in Ruston, Louisiana, in Lincoln County. Its reported capacity is 157 beds. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of D&N, LLC. Our copy of the inspection record holds 25 citations, the newest dated 7 January 2026. Federal enforcement records add 4 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.63 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.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
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Records from March 2023 to January 2026.
January 7, 2026 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-07 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-02-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 3, 2025 · J
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-03 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 2025-05-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
May 7, 2025 · K
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-07 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity K: pattern, 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 2025-04-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-16 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 16, 2025 · E
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-16 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0604Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-16 under CMS tag F0604 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-16 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-16 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2025-05-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 16, 2025 · E
Citation F0908Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-16 under CMS tag F0908 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Keep all essential equipment working safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-16 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 2025-05-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-16 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 16, 2025 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-16 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 25, 2024 · E
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-25 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 25, 2024 · E
Citation F0602Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-25 under CMS tag F0602 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 6, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-06 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0697Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-06 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 6, 2024 · E
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-06 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-06 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 6, 2024 · D
Citation F0583Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-06 under CMS tag F0583 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 2, 2023 · J
Citation F0835Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-02 under CMS tag F0835 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, 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 2023-12-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $36,891
April 16, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-95036CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $15,733 against this nursing home on 2025-04-16 (Fine ID: 95036). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
April 16, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-95045CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $9,113 against this nursing home on 2025-04-16 (Fine ID: 95045). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
October 19, 2023 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2023-12-01CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2023-12-01, lasting 3 days (triggered by inspection on 2023-10-19). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
October 19, 2023 · Fine
Citation FINE-94711CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $12,045 against this nursing home on 2023-10-19 (Fine ID: 94711). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.63 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.07 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
Parent organization: D&N, LLC
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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