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The Health Center at Research Park

5275 Millennium Drive · Huntsville, AL 35806 · 91 certified beds

2564896800

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About The Health Center at Research Park

The Health Center at Research Park is a nursing home in Huntsville, Alabama. Its reported capacity is 91 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of The Ensign Group. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 20 citations, the newest dated 18 June 2024. Federal enforcement records add 2 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.46 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

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

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

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

18

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

3.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

18

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

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

18

Inspection history (20)

Records from March 2019 to June 2024.

  • June 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0655

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0580

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · F

    Citation F0803

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0602

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 under CMS tag F0602 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 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 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · J

    Citation F0741

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 under CMS tag F0741 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · J

    Citation F0740

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 under CMS tag F0740 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 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 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · J

    Citation F0600

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-18 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, 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 2024-07-23. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • April 22, 2021 · E

    Citation F0805

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-04-22 under CMS tag F0805 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-05-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-04-22.GOV

  • April 22, 2021 · D

    Citation F0604

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-04-22 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 2021-05-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-04-22.GOV

  • April 22, 2021 · E

    Citation F0803

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-04-22 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-05-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-04-22.GOV

  • April 22, 2021 · D

    Citation F0636

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-04-22 under CMS tag F0636 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-05-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-04-22.GOV

  • April 22, 2021 · E

    Citation F0800

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-04-22 under CMS tag F0800 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-05-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-04-22.GOV

  • April 22, 2021 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-04-22 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-05-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-04-22.GOV

  • March 28, 2019 · C

    Citation F0576

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-03-28 under CMS tag F0576 (CMS scope/severity C: widespread, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-04-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2019-03-28.GOV

  • March 28, 2019 · D

    Citation F0658

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-03-28 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-04-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2019-03-28.GOV

Penalties (2)

Total fines on file: $69,011

  • June 18, 2024 · Payment Denial

    Citation PAYDEN-2024-07-19

    CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-07-19, lasting 4 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-06-18). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

  • June 18, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-38054

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $69,011 against this nursing home on 2024-06-18 (Fine ID: 38054). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-18.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 3.46 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.48 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.48 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.46 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.46 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.46 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: The Ensign Group

Chain ID 507 · 342 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 3.2
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.8
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2.7
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 4.4

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

  1. Parent organization: The Ensign Group INC

    chain · PAC 3476460494

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 - Corporation".

    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 - Corporation".

    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 AL range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · AL$8,334/mo
See full AL 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
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CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
Staffing hours per resident day

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