Altenheim Health & Living Community
3525 E Hanna Ave · Indianapolis, IN · 46237 · 3177884261
87 certified beds Government - County Chain: Cardon & Associates
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.53 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.32 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.97 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 55% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected April 10, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 10, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Past Non-Compliance · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected July 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 19, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 4, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected March 7, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 16, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected August 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected April 25, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D June 7, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected June 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 7, 2023 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected June 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155196 · certified since October 22, 1980. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.