About Salem Transitional Care
Salem Transitional Care, located in SALEM, OR, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Salem Transitional Care
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 5.55 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
- Nursing Hours 5.55 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
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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).
Above Average Staffing
Salem Transitional Care 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 | 2 |
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| Health Inspection | 2 |
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| Quality Measures | 3 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 80 | Apr 15, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 77 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 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) | 24.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 11.5% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | N/A |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | N/A |
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) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | N/A |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 81.6% |
| 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) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | N/A |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 79.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | N/A |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | N/A |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 1 complaint
- 2024: 8 complaints
- 2025: 8 complaints
- 2026: 2 complaints
- Total: 19 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2026 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. |
| Feb 26, 2026 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| May 26, 2025 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. |
| May 26, 2025 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| May 26, 2025 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| May 26, 2025 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. |
| May 26, 2025 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| May 26, 2025 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| May 26, 2025 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| May 26, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. |
| Nov 23, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Nov 21, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| Nov 21, 2024 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| Jun 11, 2024 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| Jun 11, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| Feb 28, 2024 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Feb 21, 2024 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. |
| Feb 21, 2024 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| Oct 10, 2023 | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. |
Nearby Hospitals
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SALEM HOSPITAL
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SAMARITAN LEBANON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
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SAMARITAN ALBANY GENERAL HOSPITAL
ALBANY, OR
LEGACY SILVERTON MEDICAL CENTER
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SANTIAM HOSPITAL & CLINICS
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SALEM HEALTH WEST VALLEY HOSPITAL
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OREGON STATE HOSPITAL DISTINCT PART
SALEM, OR
Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
Legal Business Name Not Available
Management & Direction
Associated Doctors
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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 Salem Transitional Care directly at 5035763000. 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.