Bourbon County, Kentucky · Nursing home
Bourbon Heights Nursing Home
1 of 5 overall from CMS
2000 South Main Street, Paris, KY 40361
At a glance
- Overall rating 1 of 5 Below the state average of 3.0
- Nurse time per resident, per day 4.74 hours Above the state average of 3.95
- Nursing staff who left in a year 58.0% Above the state average of 46.4%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 29 11 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $57,841 2 fines
- Certified beds in use 79.6% of 99 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Bourbon Heights Nursing Home is a 99-bed nursing home in Paris, Kentucky (Bourbon County). CMS rates it 1 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 4.74 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the Kentucky average of 3.95. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $57,841 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 99
- Residents per day (average)
- 78.8
- Certified since
- 1991 (35 yrs)
Non profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and MedicaidCMS Special Focus: SFF Candidate
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
- Special Focus candidate. CMS lists this home as a candidate for its Special Focus Facility program: its inspection record qualifies it for the program, but it has not been selected. What a Special Focus Facility is
These labels are shown as CMS publishes them. They describe the inspection record, not what has changed since.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Bourbon Heights Nursing Home
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists this home as a candidate for its Special Focus Facility program, which means it qualifies but has not been selected. What has changed since the inspections behind that listing?Special Focus status in CMS data
- CMS lists 2 fines totaling $57,841 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- CMS counts 4 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on Feb 19, 2026 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the Kentucky average is 2.9. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 1 of 5 Kentucky average 3.0
- Health inspections 1 of 5 Kentucky average 3.0
- Staffing 4 of 5 Kentucky average 2.7
- Quality measures 4 of 5 Kentucky average 3.2
The vertical line marks the Kentucky average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 4.74 h Kentucky average 3.95
- Nurse aides 3.26 h Kentucky average 2.36
- Licensed practical nurses 0.89 h Kentucky average 0.80
- Registered nurses 0.60 h Kentucky average 0.79
- All staff, weekends 4.15 h Kentucky average 3.49
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 9 hours. The vertical line marks the Kentucky average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover58.0%
- Kentucky average46.4%
- Registered nurse turnover61.1%
- Kentucky average41.8%
- Administrators who left1
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Kentucky and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Kentucky | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 15.6% | 13.8% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 4.1% | 6.6% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.1% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.0% | 17.7% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 4.1% | 3.9% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% | 94.3% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 20.1% | 14.0% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 22.8% | 29.8% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% | 96.2% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 5.5% | 4.8% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 28.7% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 11.2% | 16.1% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.66 | 1.94 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.86 | 2.14 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Kentucky | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.1% | 84.0% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% | 83.5% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 16.5% | 24.2% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 10.2% | 13.7% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 29 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 8 were at the immediate jeopardy level and 3 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 13 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Nov 22, 2024: Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2026 | 4 | 4 |
| Nov 22, 2024 | 18 | 10 |
| Jan 10, 2020 | 7 | 6 |
Kentucky homes averaged 2.9 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (29)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 26, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 26, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Environmental · Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 17, 2026)
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LImmediate jeopardy, widespread
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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LImmediate jeopardy, widespread
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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LImmediate jeopardy, widespread
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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LImmediate jeopardy, widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint investigation · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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JImmediate jeopardy, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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GActual harm, isolated
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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GActual harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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GActual harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
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.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 25, 2025)
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LImmediate jeopardy, widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Complaint investigation · Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 20, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 22, 2020)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 22, 2020)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 22, 2020)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Feb 22, 2020)
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 22, 2024 | Fine | $41,040 |
| Nov 22, 2024 | Payment Denial | 31 days |
| Apr 5, 2024 | Fine | $16,801 |
| Apr 5, 2024 | Payment Denial | 16 days |
Kentucky homes averaged 0.7 fines and $15,373 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Kentucky
- Size121 of 267 by certified beds
- Kentucky average residents per day81.9
- ChainNone listed
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Bourbon County1
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Bourbon Heights Nursing Home?
Bourbon Heights Nursing Home has an overall rating of 1 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 1, staffing is 4 and quality measures is 4.
How many beds does Bourbon Heights Nursing Home have?
Bourbon Heights Nursing Home has 99 certified beds. It averages 78.8 residents per day, about 79.6% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Bourbon Heights Nursing Home?
The home reports 4.74 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.60 hours from registered nurses. The Kentucky average is 3.95 hours and 0.79 hours from registered nurses.
Has Bourbon Heights Nursing Home been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $57,841 in the past three years. It also lists 2 payment denials.
Does Bourbon Heights Nursing Home accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
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Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Bourbon County
Who to call in Kentucky
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in Kentucky.
- Long-term care ombudsman Kentucky Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (statewide hotline) 800-372-2991 (Toll-free state hotline. Local district ombudsman programs have their own numbers (listed on the same page).) An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Office of Inspector General (OIG), Division of Health Care - state survey agency 502-564-7963 (Division of Health Care central office. OIG's complaint sheet directs complaints to the Complaint Coordinator in the appropriate regional branch (OIG's Regional Map shows which branch covers each area): Northern (Louisville) 502-595-4958; Eastern (Lexington) 859-246-2301; Southern (London) 606-330-2030; Western (Hopkinsville) 270-889-6052.) The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
Kentucky staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 185283. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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