THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK is a 3-star (average) rated 198-bed nursing home in ALABASTER, Alabama. It has 3 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has below-average registered nurse staffing. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated March 2026

the healthcare center at buck creek

850 9TH STREET, NORTHWEST · ALABASTER, AL 35007
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Overall Rating
Health Inspections
3 / 5
Staffing
2 / 5
Quality Measures
2 / 5
Trend
stable
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.40
Total Nurse Hours/Day
3.59
RN Turnover
55.6%
Total Staff Turnover
48.0%
Facility Info
Beds
198
Avg. Residents/Day
182
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
3
Complaint Deficiencies
3
Total Fines
$16,801
Number of Penalties
3

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
May 2024 Fine $8,400
May 2024 Fine $8,401
May 2024 Payment Denial

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK?
THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK has an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars (Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK been fined or penalized?
Yes, THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK has 3 penalty record(s) on file totaling $16,801.
How many deficiencies does THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK have?
THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK has 3 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK compare to other nursing homes in ALABASTER?
Visit our ALABASTER, Alabama nursing homes page to see how THE HEALTHCARE CENTER AT BUCK CREEK ranks against other facilities in the area.