The Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility

TIPTON, IN • CMS Certification: 155556

  • Date Updated: May 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 1 Stars
  • Address: 300 FAIRGROUNDS RD, TIPTON IN 46072
  • Phone: 7656758791

About The Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility

The Waters Of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, located in TIPTON, IN, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose The Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 3.20 hrs
  • Safety Record Clean

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the INFINITY HEALTHCARE CONSULTING network. This chain operates 70 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection
2.2
Staffing
1.4
Quality
3.7

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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).

Below Average Staffing

The Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.53 hrs/day
State: 0.65 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.76
Quality Adj: 0.47

Licensed Practical Nurses

1.21 hrs/day
State: 1.44 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 0.96
Quality Adj: 0.60

Certified Assistants

1.99 hrs/day
State: 2.25 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 2.61
Quality Adj: 1.77

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 1
Health Inspection 1
Quality Measures 3
Staffing 2

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent) 84 Mar 26, 2026
Weighted Average 103 Combined Score
Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

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) 17.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) 17.0%
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) 1.3%
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) 3.8%

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) 5.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) 10.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) 1.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) 0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) 27.5%
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) 9.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) 100.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 99.3%
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) 8.4%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) 29.1%
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) 79.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) 4.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) 22.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) 16.4%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

  • 2023: 2 complaints
  • 2024: 4 complaints
  • 2025: 7 complaints
  • 2026: 1 complaint
  • Total: 14 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date Description
Apr 15, 2026 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Dec 01, 2025 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Aug 18, 2025 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Aug 18, 2025 Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Aug 18, 2025 Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Jul 07, 2025 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Jul 07, 2025 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Jan 24, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
May 29, 2024 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Apr 01, 2024 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Feb 05, 2024 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Feb 05, 2024 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Nov 27, 2023 Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
Nov 27, 2023 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

JOHNSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

Associated Doctors

No associated doctor information available.

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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

The Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility has a 1-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 3.20 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

The Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:
  • 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
The facility has 150 certified beds.

The Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:
  • 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 The Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility directly at 7656758791. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting The Waters of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, pay attention to these important factors:

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.

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