Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River
Nursing Home · Vestavia, AL
CMS certification number015468
Contact & location
3070 Healthy WayVestavia, AL 35243
Jefferson County
- Phone
- (205) 977-7216
- ZIP code
- 35243 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 120
- Residents per day
- 113.9 (95% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal name
- Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River, LLC
- Chain
- NHS Management (43 facilities, avg 2.9★)
- Medicare certified since
- September 29, 2016
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 4.86 (state 3.88 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.93 (state 0.65 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.87 (state 0.79 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 3.07 (state 2.44 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 4.06 (state 3.26 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 62.4 (state 46.9 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 51.6 (state 39.5 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 1 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- January 12, 2024
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 8.0 (state 4.0 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 8
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 17 health · 14 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-12 | 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. F0578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2023-02-10 |
| 2024-01-12 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-19 |
| 2024-01-12 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-19 |
| 2024-01-12 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. F0553 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-19 |
| 2024-01-12 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. F0554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-19 |
| 2024-01-12 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-19 |
| 2024-01-12 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-19 |
| 2024-01-12 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-19 |
| 2019-09-19 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2019-10-24 |
| 2019-09-19 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. F0814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2019-10-24 |
| 2019-09-19 | 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. F0803 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2019-10-24 |
| 2019-09-19 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. F0693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2019-10-24 |
| 2019-09-19 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. F0806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2019-10-24 |
| 2019-09-19 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2019-10-24 |
| 2018-08-16 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2018-09-20 |
| 2018-08-16 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2018-09-20 |
| 2018-08-16 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. F0582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2018-09-20 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years, including $16,801 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-12 | Fine | $16,801 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Northport Holding Operations, LLC (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 100% | |
| Estes, James (individual) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest · 51% | |
| James N Estes JR Family Dynasty TR No 2 (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest · 18% | |
| James Norman Estes JR TR (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest · 6% | |
| Jennifer E Agee Family Dynasty TR No 2 (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest · 18% | |
| Jennifer Lee Estes TR 031093 (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest · 6% | |
| Regions Bank (organization) | 5%+ Mortgage Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Cahaba River Health Realty, LLC (organization) | 5%+ Security Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Regions Bank (organization) | 5%+ Security Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Holmes, Letchernique (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Patterson, Derek (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Rasco, Lynn (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Estes, James (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Long, Phillip (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Holmes, Letchernique (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Patterson, Derek (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Rasco, Lynn (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Wheeler, John (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Wheeler, John (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River?
Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in Alabama.
How many beds does Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River have?
It has 120 certified beds and cares for about 114 residents per day.
Has Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $16,801 in the last three years.
Who owns Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River?
It is part of NHS Management and is classified as for profit - limited liability company. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River?
(205) 977-7216. The facility is located at 3070 Healthy Way, Vestavia, AL 35243.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.