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Barnes Healthcare
Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
1010 Barnes Street
Lonoke, AR 72086
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- Provider Category
- Nursing home
- Location
- Lonoke, AR
- Record Period
- 2023–2026
- Source Documents
- 6
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The Essentials
Summary
Across 4 inspections from December 2023 to June 2026, state surveyors documented 26 findings at Barnes Healthcare; 26 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 2 enforcement actions in the window.
- Inspections
- 4
- 2023–2026, standard and complaint
- Findings
- 26
- Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
- Corrected
- 26
- Of 26 findings, with a recorded correction date
- Penalties
- 2
- 1 fine; payment not published, 1 closed
Findings by Year
- Findings
- Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.
| Year | Inspections | Findings | Of which, actual harm (level G or above) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 11 | 3 |
| 2024 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 13 | 0 |
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What the Record Shows
- 26 of 26 findings have a recorded correction date.
- CMS lists 2 enforcement actions in the window: 1 fine of $34,623, its payment not published; denial of payment imposed December 28, 2023, ended March 15, 2024.
- 2 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
- The latest standard inspection, June 25, 2026, recorded no findings.
Report at a Glance
- Facility
- Barnes Healthcare
- Address
- 1010 Barnes Street, Lonoke, AR 72086
- CMS Certification Number
- 045314
- Provider Type
- Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
- Certified Beds
- 141
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Record Window
- December 28, 2023 to October 1, 2026
Chronology
Inspection History
Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
- 2026
Standard health inspection
No findings
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2025
Standard health inspection
13 findings
The same visit included a complaint investigation.
- F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesLevel ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F584Honor 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F687Provide appropriate foot care.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F803Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
- F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 1, 2025
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2024
Complaint investigation
2 findings
- F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 24, 2024
- F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 24, 2024
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
- 2023
Standard health inspection
11 findings
- F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Mar 15, 2024
- F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Mar 15, 2024
- F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Jan 25, 2024
- F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 25, 2024
- F584Honor 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 25, 2024
- F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 25, 2024
- F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 25, 2024
- F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 25, 2024
- F761Ensure 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 15, 2024
- F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 25, 2024
- F924Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 25, 2024
Enforcement Action
Civil money penalty, $34,623 imposed December 28, 2023. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of December 28, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.
Enforcement Action
Denial of payment imposed December 28, 2023. Status: Closed, March 15, 2024. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of December 28, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.
Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.
Context
Patterns Worth Examining
A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.
- 1
A Clean, Homelike Setting, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F584 in December 2023 and January 2025. This citation covers whether rooms and shared spaces are kept safe, clean, comfortable and homelike. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
23242526F584 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest - 2
Accurate Assessments, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F641 in December 2023 and January 2025. This citation covers whether each resident’s assessment correctly records their condition. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
23242526F641 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest - 3
Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F812 in December 2023 and January 2025. This citation covers how food is stored, prepared and served. The most serious of these was recorded at level J (immediate jeopardy). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
23242526F812 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest - 4
Infection Control, Cited in Two Inspections
Inspectors cited F880 in December 2023 and January 2025. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.
23242526F880 across all 4 inspections, oldest to newest
For Your Next Visit
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.
- 01
What was done about the cleanliness citation, and how are rooms and shared spaces checked now?
A Clean, Homelike Setting: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.
- 02
Who completes resident assessments, and how are they checked for accuracy?
Accurate Assessments: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.
- 03
May we see the kitchen, and what do your own sanitation checks look like week to week?
Kitchen and Food Safety: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level J.
- 04
Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?
Infection Control: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.
- 05
How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?
No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.
- 06
What led to the 2023 fine, and has it been paid?
A $34,623 civil money penalty was imposed December 28, 2023. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. The record holds two enforcement actions in the window.
The Evidence
Sources and Coverage
Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the Arkansas state survey agency.
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Arkansas state survey agency
Inspection Dec 28, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Arkansas state survey agency
Inspection Apr 30, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Arkansas state survey agency
Inspection Jan 9, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)
Arkansas state survey agency
Inspection Jun 25, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Penalties, Provider Data CatalogView Dataset ↗
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
- Provider Information, Provider Data CatalogView Dataset ↗
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 045314
Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026
Coverage
Record windowDecember 28, 2023 – October 1, 2026
- CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before December 2023 are not in this release.
- CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.
What This Report Cannot Tell You
- Complaints not investigated onsite
- Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
- Complaint allegations
- CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
- Facility-reported incidents
- Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
- Follow-up visits
- CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
- Fire safety inspections
- Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
- Staffing levels and ownership history
- Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.
- Whether fines were paid
- CMS publishes the fines imposed, not whether or when they were paid.
Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.
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