About Life Care Center of Idaho Falls
Life Care Center Of Idaho Falls, located in Idaho Falls, ID, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Life Care Center of Idaho Falls
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.13 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 3 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.13 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA network. This chain operates 194 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
For AI Users, Agents, and Developers
Do you use a Generative AI assistant like ChatGPT or Claude or others? If so, you can point your assistant to our MCP server at https://mcp.nursinghomedatabase.com/mcp and have it do the searching for you. Ask your question and use our data to help you find the answers.
- Prefer scripts? Use a public REST API for JSON over HTTPS. Or set up MCP using our setup guide.
- Fair use applies; high-volume or commercial use may need a custom data arrangement.
Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
Life Care Center of Idaho Falls provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 3 |
|
| Health Inspection | 2 |
|
| Quality Measures | 5 |
|
| Staffing | 3 |
|
Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 64 | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Weighted Average | 72 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 12.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 16.7% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 0.0% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.2% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 6.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 4.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 0.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 4.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 97.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 88.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 10.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 17.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 78.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 0.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 22.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 12.6% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2025: 2 complaints
- 2026: 14 complaints
- Total: 16 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2026 | 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. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Post nurse staffing information every day. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | 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. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Sep 23, 2025 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| Sep 23, 2025 | 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. |
Nearby Hospitals
EASTERN IDAHO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
IDAHO FALLS, ID
MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL
IDAHO FALLS, ID
IDAHO FALLS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, LLC
IDAHO FALLS, ID
MADISON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
REXBURG, ID
GROVE CREEK MEDICAL CENTER
BLACKFOOT, ID
BINGHAM MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
BLACKFOOT, ID
STATE HOSPITAL SOUTH
BLACKFOOT, ID
Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
GEM MEDICAL INVESTORS LLC
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- CINDY CROSS CORPORATE OFFICER
- BRIAR FENN W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA INC. OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- JOAN THURMOND CORPORATE OFFICER
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Promontory Point Rehabilitation | N/A | 5 |
| Syringa Chalet Nursing Facility | N/A | 4 |
| Madison Carriage Cove Short Stay Rehabilitation | N/A | 4 |
| Bingham Memorial Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation | N/A | 3 |
| Temple View Transitional Care Center | N/A | 3 |
| Life Care Center of Idaho Falls | N/A | 3 |
| Teton Healthcare of Cascadia | N/A | 1 |
| Eagle Rock Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia | N/A | 1 |
Related Analysis
Best Nursing Homes in Idaho Falls, ID
Compare Life Care Center of Idaho Falls to the top-rated facilities in the area.
Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Life Care Center of Idaho Falls directly at 2085294567. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.