Pioneer Trace Group LLC
Nursing Home · Flemingsburg, KY
CMS certification number185314
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).
Contact & location
115 Pioneer TraceFlemingsburg, KY 41041
Fleming County
- Phone
- (606) 845-2131
- ZIP code
- 41041 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 92
- Residents per day
- 79.8 (87% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Medicare certified since
- October 30, 1991
- 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
- 3.42 (state 3.95 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.37 (state 0.79 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.94 (state 0.80 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 2.11 (state 2.36 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 2.94 (state 3.48 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 40.3 (state 46.4 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 50.0 (state 41.8 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 0 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- January 8, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 7.0 (state 2.9 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 4
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 12 health · 23 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-27 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2026-06-13 |
| 2026-05-27 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2026-06-13 |
| 2026-05-27 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2026-06-13 |
| 2026-01-08 | 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 2026-01-28 |
| 2026-01-08 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. F0908 · Environmental Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-28 |
| 2026-01-08 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. F0602 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-28 |
| 2026-01-08 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. F0698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-28 |
| 2024-10-03 | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. F0576 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-11-05 |
| 2024-10-03 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-01 |
| 2024-10-03 | 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 |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-01 |
| 2019-11-14 | 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 |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2019-12-18 |
| 2019-11-14 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2019-12-18 |
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
6 penalties in the last three years, including $160,626 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-27 | Fine | $105,755 |
| 2026-05-27 | Fine | $27,378 |
| 2024-10-03 | Payment Denial | 28 days payment denial |
| 2024-10-03 | Fine | $16,801 |
| 2024-10-03 | Fine | $5,346 |
| 2024-10-03 | Fine | $5,346 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Frances, Jay (individual) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 50% | |
| Smith, Kimberly (individual) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 50% | |
| Boyd, Michael (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Calhoun & Company Pllc (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Frances, Jay (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Fuller, Debbie (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Hargis & Associates, LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Hargis, Forwood (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Hickerson, Michele (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kreil, Karen (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Legacy Health Services INC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Martin, Arnie (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| McIntosh, Sarah (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| McIntyre, Amanda (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Petersen, Jalme (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Proactive Medical Review and Consultants LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Frances, Jay (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Smith, Kimberly (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Frances, Jay (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Legacy Health Services INC (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| McIntyre, Amanda (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Smith, Kimberly (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Pioneer Trace Group LLC?
Pioneer Trace Group LLC 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 Kentucky.
How many beds does Pioneer Trace Group LLC have?
It has 92 certified beds and cares for about 80 residents per day.
Has Pioneer Trace Group LLC been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 6 penalties totaling $160,626 in the last three years.
What is the phone number of Pioneer Trace Group LLC?
(606) 845-2131. The facility is located at 115 Pioneer Trace, Flemingsburg, KY 41041.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.