Federal nursing home survey record · CMS-certified nursing home· Not a state assisted-living licensing record
HERITAGE SQUARE HEALTHCARE CENTER
BLYTHEVILLE, AR · 86 certified beds · Last Life Safety survey May 8, 2025
CMS Certification Number 045366 · first certified April 2001
Ownership
Independently operated (no chain recorded by CMS) · For profit - Limited Liability company
- Ownership changed November 1, 2018 (change of ownership)from HERITAGE SQUARE NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER, INC.
Position within AR
11 citations — more than 87% of the 221 certified nursing homes in AR. Compared within AR rather than nationally because which state a facility is in explains about 30% of the variation in citation counts between facilities, while bed count explains under 1%. State survey agencies differ far more than the buildings do. How this is calculated
The latest survey found 2 citations; the earlier surveys in the window averaged 4.5. With 3 surveys on file this is a direction of travel, not a conclusion.
When is the next survey likely?
The window is open now: May 2026 to September 2026. This facility’s last Life Safety survey was May 2025. Facilities in AR are typically surveyed 12–17 months after the last one (median 15), measured over 307 consecutive surveys in the last two years of CMS records.
A range the record supports, not a prediction of a date. State agencies vary widely — from about 11 months in Pennsylvania to three years in Maryland. How the window is measured
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Physical environment (health survey)
3 physical-environment citations on the health survey. Cited by the health surveyors under Appendix PP, not the Life Safety Code surveyor: equipment in safe operating condition, the call system, bed rails, pest control, hazards, the environment. Counted separately from the 11 Life Safety citations above. The Physical Environment Index
- F-0689 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- F-0584 Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
How that compares
Compared with the median facility in AR, and nationally. Surveyors differ markedly between states, so the AR figure is the meaningful one.
| Measure | Citations |
|---|---|
| This facility | 11 |
| Median facility in AR | 5 |
| Median facility nationally | 11 |
Survey history
| Survey date | Citations |
|---|---|
| December 21, 2022 | 7 |
| March 14, 2024 | 2 |
| May 8, 2025 | 2 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Times cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | 2 | 2025-05-08 |
| K-0347 | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | 2 | 2025-05-08 |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | 1 | 2022-12-21 |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | 1 | 2022-12-21 |
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | 1 | 2022-12-21 |
| K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | 1 | 2022-12-21 |
| K-0355 | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | 1 | 2022-12-21 |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | 1 | 2022-12-21 |
What the citations cover
- Smoke Deficiencies 8
- Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies 2
- Egress Deficiencies 1
| Category | Citations |
|---|---|
| Smoke Deficiencies | 8 |
| Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | 2 |
| Egress Deficiencies | 1 |
Every citation on file
As published by CMS, newest survey first. Descriptions are CMS’s own wording.
May 8, 2025 — 2 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0347 | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 5, 2025) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (June 5, 2025) |
March 14, 2024 — 2 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0344 | Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 19, 2024) |
| K-0347 | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (April 19, 2024) |
December 21, 2022 — 7 citations
| Tag | What the surveyor checks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 20, 2023) |
| K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 20, 2023) |
| K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 20, 2023) |
| K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 20, 2023) |
| K-0355 | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 20, 2023) |
| K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 20, 2023) |
| K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. | Deficient, Provider has date of correction (January 20, 2023) |
Reflects the CMS posting of August 1, 2026. Surveys conducted in the last few months may not appear yet.