EAST GLEN
Verified53 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE EAST, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235
Skilled Nursing
2.0(0 reviews)
Medicare & Medicaid certifiedSprinkler systemsResident & family councilSkilled nursing & rehabilitation+1 more
Often covered
by Medicare / insurance
About KIRKWOOD BY THE RIVER
Kirkwood by the River offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation care in Birmingham, Alabama, where experienced medical teams focus on recovery and returning patients home. The riverside setting provides a calm environment supporting healing during transitional care.
Community at a glance
Capacity
61 residents
Overall rating
3.0 / 5.0
Location
BIRMINGHAM, AL
Status
Verified community
Care & services offered
Skilled Nursing
Contact & location
3605 RATLIFF ROAD, BIRMINGHAM, Alabama 35210
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Skilled Nursing — frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover skilled nursing?+
Medicare covers up to 100 days of skilled nursing per benefit period after a qualifying 3-day hospital stay — fully for the first 20 days, then with a daily copay. Long-term custodial stays are generally not covered.
How much does a nursing home cost?+
A semi-private room averages about $7,900 per month nationally; private rooms cost more. Medicaid is the largest payer for long-term nursing home care.
What is the CMS star rating?+
Medicare rates nursing homes 1–5 stars on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. We show these ratings so you can compare quality at a glance.