The Blossoms at Breckenridge Rehab & Nursing Cente
800 Brookside Drive, Little Rock, AR 72205 · Pulaski County · (501) 224-3940
143 certified beds, about 85 residents a day · For profit - Limited Liability company · Medicare and Medicaid since 2016
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 045458 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on April 2, 2026, inspectors cited 1 health deficiency (the Arkansas average is 2.7, the national average 9.2).
Of 26 health citations since December 2023, 1 was rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents (1 immediate jeopardy).
CMS lists 2 fines totaling $28,743 in the last three years; the largest was $19,385, and the latest is dated September 12, 2025.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 3.50 hours per resident per day, against 4.02 across Arkansas and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.18 of those hours.
65.1% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Arkansas average 49.5%).
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 26 health citations on file.
April 2, 2026Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, record review, and facility policy review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment was maintained for three (Resident #1, Resident # 37 and Resident #16) of three residents reviewed.
September 12, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- F Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, record review, and facility document review, the facility failed to ensure a resident who was at risk for elopement was adequately supervised in order to prevent the resident eloping from the secure unit for one (Resident #2) of three residents reviewed for accidents and supervision. The failed practice resulted in past noncompliance at the level of harm, which had the likelihood of causing more than minimal harm to Resident #2, who resided on the secure unit. The Administrator was notified of the past harm situation on 09/12/2025 at 3:50 PM.
January 8, 2025Complaint inspection · 3 citations
- J Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure residents were free from abuse for 2 (Residents #3 and #5) of 3 sampled residents reviewed for abuse. Specifically, the facility failed to ensure Resident #3 and #5 were free from emotional and physical abuse. It was determined the facility's non-compliance with one or more requirements of participation had caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment, or death to the residents. The Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) was related to the State Operations Manual, Appendix PP, §483.12 (Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation) at a scope and severity of J. The IJ began on 12/30/2024 at 10:40 PM, when Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) #3 made loud and aggressive statements while standing over Resident #5. [...]
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, and facility policy review, it was determined the facility failed to report an alleged violation involving abuse to the proper state agency within the allotted time frame for 1 (Resident #3) of 1 sampled resident reviewed for abuse allegations.
- D Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, record review, and policy review, the facility failed to develop a comprehensive care plan for one (Resident #5) of one resident reviewed for care plans, specifically that a resident ' s post-traumatic stress disorder diagnosis was addressed in the resident ' s care plan.
November 21, 2024Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 4 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure foods stored in the dry storage areas were covered, sealed and dated; 1 of 2 ice machines were maintained in clean and sanitary condition; the kitchen light fixtures were covered; ceiling tiles and door frames were maintained in good repair and were free of chips, stains and rust; baseboards were secured and were maintained in clean sanitary conditions, and dietary staff washed their hands before handling clean equipment or food items for 2 of 2 meals observed.
- F Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the facility assessment included pertinent information to assure the necessary care and resources were allocated to meet the needs of the residents in 1 of 1 facility. This deficient practice had the potential to affect all residents of the facility. The total census was 81 residents.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review, and facility policy review, the facility failed to ensure a bottle of acid reducer liquid medication was properly stored in the refrigerator, per the pharmacy instructions on the bottle, for 1 (Resident #33) of 1 sampled resident whose medication was in the 100-hall medication cart.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure meals were prepared and served according to the planned, written menu to ensure that nutritionally balanced meals were provided for the residents for 1of 1 meal observed.
March 14, 2024Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- E Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to convey funds within 30 days and send conveyed funds to the individual or probate jurisdiction administering the resident's estate for 7 ( Residents #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, and #11) of 7 case mix residents reviewed for personal funds. 1. Resident #5 was admitted to facility on [DATE] and expired on [DATE]. A review of the resident #5'spersonal funds account managed by the facility revealed on [DATE] at 10:27 AM the resident's personal fund had a balance of $6,124.80. Resident #5 is receiving a social security check each month which is deposited into the resident trust fund even thought Resident #5 expired on [DATE]. 2. Resident #6 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and expired on [DATE]. [...]
December 15, 2023Standard inspection · 16 citations
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure food stored in the freezer was covered or sealed to prevent potential contamination or freezer burn; 1 of 2 ice machines was maintained in clean and sanitary condition to prevent potential contamination of resident beverages; the kitchen wall and door frames were maintained in good repair and were free of chips, paint peeling, stains and rust; baseboards were secured and were maintained in clean sanitary conditions; and dietary staff washed their hands before handling clean equipment or food items to prevent potential food borne illness for residents who received meals from 1 of 1 kitchen. The failed practices had the potential to affect 86 residents who received meal trays from the kitchen, (total census of (88), as identified on a list provided by the Dietary Supervisor on 12/15/2023 at 12:01 PM.
- E Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident was assessed and deemed safe for self-administration for 1 (Resident #86) of 1 sampled resident on the 400 Hall whose medication was left at the bedside. This failed practice had the potential to affect 20 residents who resided on the 400 Hall.
- E Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the bathroom sink was in working order to ensure access to running water to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) for 1 (Resident #86) of 20 residents who resided on the 400 Hall.
- E 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure 4 rooms on the 100 Hall were clean and maintained a homelike environment, and staff changed gloves when cleaning resident rooms.
- E Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure 3 (Residents #1 #75, and #92) of 3 sampled residents who were dependent on staff for nail care to promote good hygiene and cleanliness.
- E Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure an intervention for a fall was implemented for 1 (Resident #19) of 1 sampled resident with a major injury in the last 30 days, and razors were removed from the bathroom for 1 (Resident #78) of 2 (Residents #77 and #78) sampled residents on the 100 Hall.
- E Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure fluids were readily accessible to promote adequate hydration for 3 (Residents #39, #75 and #352) sampled residents and interventions were promptly implemented after continued weight loss was identified to attain or maintain acceptable nutritional status for 1 (Resident #92) of 2 (Residents #92 and #352) with weight loss.
- E Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure as needed antipsychotic and antianxiety medications were discontinued or reevaluated for use after 14 days for 1 (Resident #92) of 2 sampled residents who were reviewed for unnecessary medication.
- E Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Inspectors wroteBased on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a call light was accessible to 3 (Residents #28, #59, and #89) of 11 (Residents #14, #22, #28, #39, #59, #60, #75, #86, #89, #90, and #92) sampled residents and the call light was in working order for 2 (Rooms 415-B and 303-B) of 2 rooms.
- D The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, the facility failed to ensure residents were informed of who the Ombudsman is, what the Ombudsman does and where the Ombudsman's contact information is located in the facility.
- D Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents, resident representatives/family, and visitors had the right to examine the results of the most recent survey conducted by Federal or State surveyors and any plan of correction in effect with respect to the facility without asking.
- D 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.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure 1 (Resident #89) of 1 sampled resident had an Advance Directive readily available in their clinical record.
- D Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents' individualized care plans were updated to ensure appropriate care was received for 1 (Resident #75) of 1 sampled resident who had a new service or level of care ordered or provided.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure physician's orders were followed for wound care for 1 (Resident #79) of 4 (Residents #2, #14, #45 and #79) sampled residents with orders for wound care.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure staff had on appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for 2 (Residents #19 and #39) of 5 (Residents #14 #40, #19, #39 and #352) sampled residents who were on contact isolation.
- D Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Inspectors wroteBased on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure pneumococcal immunizations were administered to eligible residents and the immunization records were updated in the electronic medical record (EMR) for 1 (Resident #75) of 5 (Residents #1, #45, #60, #75 and #92) sampled residents.
Fire safety inspections
16 fire safety citations on file: 2 on April 2, 2026, 5 on November 21, 2024, 9 on December 15, 2023.
Every fire safety citation16 citations
- F Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- F Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
- F Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- F Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
- F Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- F Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
- F Provide emergency officials' contact information.
- F Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- F Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- E Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- E Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.
- E Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| September 12, 2025 | Fine | $9,358 |
| November 21, 2024 | Fine | $19,385 |
A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Arkansas | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 3.50 | 4.02 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.18 | 0.41 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 2.98 | 3.45 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 2.22 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 1.10 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 65.1% | 49.5% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 60.0% | 44.8% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 2 |
CMS expects 2.98 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 3.71 on weekdays and 2.98 on weekends, 20% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.1% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 3.58 in April to June 2025 to 3.50 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.50 | 0.18 | 3.71 | 2.98 | 0.1% | 0 of 90 | 85 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 3.73 | 0.21 | 3.95 | 3.16 | 0.3% | 0 of 92 | 89 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 3.69 | 0.30 | 3.92 | 3.10 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 80 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 3.58 | 0.34 | 3.79 | 3.07 | 0.0% | 1 of 91 | 82 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Arkansas, Jan to Mar 2026 | 4.05 | 0.40 | 4.28 | 3.47 | 2.0% | 0.1% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Arkansas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 11.2 | 9.5 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.0 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.2 | 3.9 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 5.4 | 1.3 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 6.3 | 10.1 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.5 | 4.2 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 33.1 | 10.9 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 25.8 | 24.1 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 17.5 | 12.5 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 2.1 | 2.0 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: Legal Business Name Not Available.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ownership data not available |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 8 problems in this area, most recently on April 2, 2026: "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."
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 5 problems in this area, most recently on September 12, 2025: "Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents."
- Can we see a week of menus and the kitchen, and how are special diets handled?Inspectors cited 3 problems in this area, most recently on November 21, 2024: "Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards."
- How are allegations of abuse or neglect reported and investigated, and who tells the family?Inspectors cited 2 problems in this area, most recently on January 8, 2025: "Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 2.98 hours per resident per day, below the Arkansas average of 3.45.
- How long has the current administrator been here?CMS counts 2 administrators who left in the period it measured.
Other nursing homes nearby
- Presbyterian Village, Inc Little Rock, 0.2 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 7 citations
- The Blossoms at Woodland Hills Rehab & Nursing Cen Little Rock, 1.2 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 31 citations
- The Green House Cottages of Poplar Grove Little Rock, 1.4 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 24 citations
- Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Inc Little Rock, 1.6 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 16 citations
- The Springs of Barrow Little Rock, 2 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 17 citations
- The Blossoms at Midtown Rehab & Nursing Center Little Rock, 2.1 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 26 citations
- Pleasant Valley Rehabilitation and Nursing Little Rock, 2.2 mi · 4 of 5 stars · 15 citations
- Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at Good Shepherd Little Rock, 2.5 mi · 5 of 5 stars · 26 citations
Arkansas contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Arkansas. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Resident advocate: Arkansas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
Common questions
- What is The Blossoms at Breckenridge Rehab & Nursing Cente's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates The Blossoms at Breckenridge Rehab & Nursing Cente 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 1 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did The Blossoms at Breckenridge Rehab & Nursing Cente get at its last inspection?
- 1 health deficiency at the standard inspection on April 2, 2026. The Arkansas average is 2.7.
- Has The Blossoms at Breckenridge Rehab & Nursing Cente been fined?
- Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $28,743 in the last three years.
- Does The Blossoms at Breckenridge Rehab & Nursing Cente accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns The Blossoms at Breckenridge Rehab & Nursing Cente?
- CMS lists 1 owner or manager. Legal business name: Legal Business Name Not Available.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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