Elliott Nursing and Rehabilitation
20 Howards Creek Road, Sandy Hook, KY 41171 · (606) 738-9400
For profit - Limited Liability company · 75 certified beds
Elliott Nursing and Rehabilitation has a 4-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in April 2026, found 4 citations (the Kentucky average is 2.9). It was fined 1 time in the last three years, $12,844 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on April 9, 2026 found 4 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.April 9, 2026 · F0641 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.April 9, 2026 · F0760 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.April 9, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.April 9, 2026 · F0814 · Level of harm: Potential for minimal harm · Residents affected: Many
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 1 citation.
- Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.April 20, 2024 · F0600 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $12,844April 20, 2024
- Medicare payment denial for 5 daysStarting May 18, 2024
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Kentucky average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 3.21 | 3.95 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.50 | 0.79 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.78 | 0.80 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 1.92 | 2.36 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 48.3% | 46.4% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Certified beds | 75 |
| Average residents per day | 69.8 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Woodland Oaks Ashland · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Kingsbrook Lifecare Center Ashland · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
- Boyd Nursing and Rehabilitation Ashland · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Oakmont Manor Flatwoods · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Carter Nursing and Rehabilitation Grayson · ★★★★★ 1 out of 5 stars
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