7755 FOURTH AVENUE SOUTH, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35206
Phone: (205)833-0146
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 92 | Est. Occupancy: 27% (~67 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
Last Updated: November 2025
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About Nursing Homes in BIRMINGHAM
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama has 20 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 2 stars. 0 facilities earn the top five-star rating, while facilities average 0.43 RN hours per resident per day.
BIRMINGHAM Quick Facts:
- •0.43 average RN hours per resident per day (below the national average of 0.64 hours)
- •80% chain-owned facilities (national average: 76%)
- •3 nonprofit facilities (15% of market)
- •100% of facilities have abuse violations
Nursing Home Costs in BIRMINGHAM
Nursing home costs in BIRMINGHAM, Alabama average $268-$280 per day ($8,040-$8,400/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 16% below the national median according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents. Some facilities also participate in Veterans Aid & Attendance programs for qualifying veterans and spouses.
Market Overview
BIRMINGHAM's nursing homes include 85% for-profit, 15% nonprofit facilities. Based on reported data from 9 facilities, BIRMINGHAM nursing homes average 0.43 RN hours and 3.4 total nursing hours per resident daily—indicating below-average staffing levels. The average nurse turnover rate is 59.4% (1 facilities exceed 65%)—within acceptable industry standards (below 65%). Lower turnover is linked to better continuity of care.
Choosing a Nursing Home in BIRMINGHAM
Note that 20 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding. Look for facilities with at least 0.75 RN hours per resident daily—BIRMINGHAM's average is 0.43 hours.
All nursing homes in BIRMINGHAM are licensed and inspected by the Alabama Department of Public Health. Alabama Medicaid covers nursing home care for eligible Alabama residents. For advocacy and complaints, contact the Alabama Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-800-243-5463. Alabama law requires nursing homes to maintain minimum staffing ratios, conduct quarterly inspections, and report all incidents to state authorities. Families can file complaints with the Alabama Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which investigates concerns about quality of care, resident rights, and facility conditions.
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1424 MONTCLAIR ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35210
Phone: (205)956-4150
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 259 | Est. Occupancy: 91% (~24 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
1220 SOUTH 17TH STREET, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205
Phone: (205)933-2180
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 83 | Est. Occupancy: 84% (~13 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 1/5 Stars
1424 NORTH 25TH STREET, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35234
Phone: (205)328-5870
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 113 | Est. Occupancy: 93% (~8 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
1020 TUSCALOOSA AVENUE, SW, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35211
Phone: (205)788-6330
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 117 | Est. Occupancy: 93% (~9 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
1201 22ND STREET NORTH, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35234
Phone: (205)251-5271
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 95 | Est. Occupancy: 97% (~3 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 2/5 Stars
1028 BESSEMER RD, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35228
Phone: (205)923-1777
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 163 | Est. Occupancy: 47% (~86 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
3850 GALLERIA WOODS DRIVE, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35244
Phone: (205)985-7537
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 30 | Est. Occupancy: 87% (~4 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
3605 RATLIFF ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35210
Phone: (205)956-2184
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 61 | Est. Occupancy: 88% (~7 available)
NonprofitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
53 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE EAST, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235
Phone: (205)833-1777
Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 108 | Est. Occupancy: 87% (~14 available)
For-ProfitCMS Rating: 3/5 Stars
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