About Rural Health Care Center
Rural Health Care Center, located in INDIANAPOLIS, IN, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Rural Health Care Center
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 3.76 hrs
- Safety Record Issues
Chain Affiliations & Network
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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).
Mixed Staffing Levels
Rural Health Care Center provides more care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 1 |
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| Health Inspection | 1 |
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| Quality Measures | 1 |
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| Staffing | 1 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 380 | Dec 14, 2023 |
| Cycle 2 | 365 | Aug 26, 2022 |
| Cycle 3 | 40 | May 26, 2021 |
| Weighted Average | 318 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Mar 01, 2024. 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) | N/A |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | N/A |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 2.9% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 2.1% |
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) | 26.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 3.5% |
| Percentage of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bow... (QM405) | 60.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 4.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 0.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 0.0% |
| 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) | 1.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 40.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM419) | 21.5% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 43.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently wo... (QM451) | 30.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 27.1% |
| Percentage of high risk long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM453) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who made improvements in function (QM471) | N/A |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 80.6% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2021: 2 complaints
- 2023: 9 complaints
- Total: 11 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2023 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. |
| Oct 31, 2023 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. |
| Oct 31, 2023 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Oct 08, 2023 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| Aug 31, 2023 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| Aug 31, 2023 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. |
| Jun 25, 2023 | Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. |
| May 25, 2023 | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. |
| May 25, 2023 | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Management & Direction
- TRACY CONROY OFFICER
- SHERICE RICKS MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- AMANDA RODEWALD OFFICER
- DERON STEINER DIRECTOR
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Barrington of Carmel | N/A | 5 |
| Fairway Village | N/A | 5 |
| The Springs of Mooresville | N/A | 5 |
| Greenwood Village South | N/A | 5 |
| Miller's Merry Manor | N/A | 5 |
| Hickory Creek at Franklin | N/A | 5 |
| Homeview Center of Franklin | N/A | 5 |
| Compass Park | N/A | 5 |
| Aspen Trace Health and Living Community | N/A | 5 |
| Southpointe Healthcare Center | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
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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
- 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 Rural Health Care Center directly at 3176351355. 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.