Nursing home

Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC

3720 Hwy 80 East, Ruston, LA, 71270

CMS ownership records associate this facility with Norbert Bennett & Donald Denz · For profit - Limited Liability company.

CMS overall rating
CMS overall rating: 1 out of 51of 5

At a glance

CMS reports a 1-star overall rating for Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC, with 25 inspection citations on record (4 higher severity). Federal records include $36,891 and 1 payment-denial record in the current dataset.
CMS overall
1
of 5
Health inspection
2
of 5
Staffing
2
of 5
Quality measures
1
of 5
Certified beds
157
CMS-reported

CMS rating profile

The four CMS ratings on one aligned scale, with county and state averages for context.

Rating profile

How this facility's overall rating relates to its three CMS component ratings.

Overall1 of 5
Health inspection2 of 5
Staffing2 of 5
Quality measures1 of 5

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Comparative context

This facility's CMS overall rating next to its county and state averages.

This facility 1
15
Lincoln Co. avg 2.33Louisiana avg 2.5This facility
This facility: 1 of 5. Lincoln Co. avg: 2.33. Louisiana avg: 2.5.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
Averages are calculated from CMS records included in this dataset and exclude facilities CMS has not rated. A neutral reference point, not a CMS rating or a pass/fail line.

Inspections and citations

Health-inspection citations CMS reports for this facility. Individual records are in the technical appendix.

Citation profile

How many citations CMS reports, how severe, and when they occurred.

25
Citations on record
4
Higher severity (G–L)
15
From complaints
0
Infection control
Citations by inspection year
62023
72024
112025
12026
Higher severity Standard

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
Severity uses the CMS scope-and-severity letter (G–L count as higher severity). Counts are CMS-reported inspection findings, not a judgment about current conditions.

Federal records

Federal fines (CMPs) and payment-denial records CMS reports in the recent reporting period. These are distinct record types and are never merged.

Federal fines (CMP)

Fine records over time, sized by amount.

3 records · $36,891 total · Oct 19, 2023–Apr 16, 2025
  1. Apr 16, 2025$15,733
  2. Apr 16, 2025$9,113
  3. Oct 19, 2023$12,045

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Payment denials

Payment-denial records over time, sized by duration.

1 record · 3 days total · Oct 19, 2023
  1. Oct 19, 20233 days

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17

Methodology
CMS may deny Medicare/Medicaid payment for new admissions. This is a distinct record type from a civil monetary fine. Confirm current status on CMS Care Compare.

Staffing and care

Selected CMS care indicators for long-stay residents, with a typical level for context. The CMS staffing star rating appears in the rating profile above.

Selected care measures

How this facility's reported care indicators sit against a typical level.

3 of 3 care measures reported by CMS
On antipsychotic medication(lower is better)33.96%

Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication.

With new/worsened pressure ulcers(lower is better)9.38%

Long-stay residents with new or worsened pressure ulcers.

Falls with major injury(lower is better)3.49%

Long-stay residents with one or more falls with major injury.

CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating

Methodology
The tick marks a typical level for context and is calculated from CMS records included in this dataset — not a CMS rating. Per-shift staffing hours are not part of this dataset. Missing values are shown as “Not reported”, never as zero.

Facilities and agencies grouped by CMS-reported ownership fields. A company appearing here does not by itself mean it controlled day-to-day care or did anything wrong.

Owner / organizationRole
D&n, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
Dtd Hc LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
Donald T Denz Irrv Tr5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
Norbert a Bennett Irrv Tr Fbo Children5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
Norbert a Bennett Irrv Tr Fbo Grandchildren5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
Bennett, Norbert5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
Denz, Donald5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST
Spatafora, CasyW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE

Nearby facilities

Other CMS-certified nursing homes near Lincoln County.

3720 Hwy 80 East, Ruston
Lincoln County · LA · 71270
157 certified beds32.5330, -92.5660

Verify the current location and license with official sources.

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Lakeshore Manor Nursing & Rehab
CCN 195177
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Ochsner Medical Center Skilled Nursing Facility
CCN 195180
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Frequently asked questions

What is Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC's CMS rating?

Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC has a 1-star CMS overall rating (out of 5) in the current dataset, with CMS component ratings of 2 for health inspections, 2 for staffing, and 1 for quality measures. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about current conditions.

Where is Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC located?

Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC is located at 3720 Hwy 80 East, Ruston, LA, 71270 in Lincoln County, and CMS lists 157 certified beds.

Does Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC have federal penalties or payment denials on record?

The CMS data includes $36,891 in federal fine amounts and 1 payment-denial record for Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC over roughly the past three years. These are CMS-reported records; see CMS Care Compare for the details and context.

How does Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC's rating compare to nearby facilities?

Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC's CMS overall rating is 1 of 5. For comparison, the average CMS overall rating is 2.33 across 3 facilities in Lincoln County, and 2.5 across Louisiana. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated, and a star rating is a CMS summary, not a judgment about any individual facility.

How can I verify Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC's current information?

SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Confirm Ruston Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC's current ratings, inspection reports, and license status on the official CMS Care Compare site and with your state survey agency.

Technical appendix

Record identifiers

CMS provider number (CCN)
195510
Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified beds
157
Data snapshot
2026-07-17
All 25 citation records
DateCMS tagSeverityTypeCMS deficiency statusCorrection date
Jan 7, 20260656DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionFeb 20, 2026
Jun 3, 20250689JComplaintPast Non-ComplianceMay 26, 2025
May 7, 20250689KComplaintPast Non-ComplianceApr 28, 2025
Apr 16, 20250558DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 31, 2025
Apr 16, 20250584DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 31, 2025
Apr 16, 20250604DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 31, 2025
Apr 16, 20250657DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 31, 2025
Apr 16, 20250757EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 31, 2025
Apr 16, 20250677DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 31, 2025
Apr 16, 20250726DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 31, 2025
Apr 16, 20250804DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 31, 2025
Apr 16, 20250908EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 31, 2025
Jun 25, 20240602EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAug 5, 2024
Jun 25, 20240609EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionAug 5, 2024
Mar 6, 20240578DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 19, 2024
Mar 6, 20240880EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 19, 2024
Mar 6, 20240583DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 19, 2024
Mar 6, 20240697DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 19, 2024
Mar 6, 20240726EComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionApr 19, 2024
Nov 2, 20230689JComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionDec 4, 2023
Nov 2, 20230835JComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionDec 4, 2023
Oct 19, 20230558DComplaintDeficient, Provider has date of correctionNov 20, 2023
Mar 22, 20230656EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 4, 2023
Mar 22, 20230692DStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 4, 2023
Mar 22, 20230757EStandardDeficient, Provider has date of correctionMay 4, 2023

How to verify this data

  • The current CMS profile on Medicare’s Care Compare
  • Your state survey agency’s latest inspection reports
  • Any recent complaint investigations
  • Current ownership and license status

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