Aperion Care Kokomo

3518 S Lafountain St · Kokomo, IN · 46902 · 7654534666

105 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Aperion Care

  • Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.

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Red flags

1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level

Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.

Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied

CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 57
Serious harm & abuse 20% 78
Staffing 20% 57
Federal penalties 15% 56
Trend 10% 76
Context 5% 75

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day3.393.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.360.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day2.99≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year49%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)1 · $15,593

Inspection citations (32 in the current record)

  • Actual harm · G February 5, 2026 · found via complaint

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Past Non-Compliance · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025

    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Corrected August 20, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Corrected August 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected August 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E August 15, 2025

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Corrected August 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D December 3, 2024 · found via complaint

    Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

    Corrected December 10, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D December 3, 2024 · found via complaint

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Corrected December 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D December 3, 2024 · found via complaint

    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Corrected December 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D September 23, 2024

    Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

    Corrected October 4, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D September 23, 2024

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Corrected October 4, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D September 23, 2024

    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Corrected October 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D September 23, 2024

    Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

    Corrected October 4, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services

  • Potential for harm · D September 23, 2024

    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Corrected October 4, 2024 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D September 23, 2024

    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 October 4, 2024 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D September 23, 2024

    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Corrected October 4, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary

  • Potential for harm · D January 24, 2024 · found via complaint

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Corrected February 14, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D January 24, 2024 · found via complaint

    Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

    Corrected February 14, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Actual harm · G September 29, 2023 · found via complaint

    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Corrected October 20, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D September 29, 2023 · found via complaint

    Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

    Corrected October 20, 2023 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023

    Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Corrected September 8, 2023 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023

    Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Corrected September 8, 2023 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023

    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Corrected September 8, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected September 8, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · E July 28, 2023

    Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Corrected September 8, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023

    Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Corrected September 8, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care

Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.

Federal penalties

DateTypeAmount / length
August 18, 2023Fine$15,593
August 18, 2023Payment Denial10 days

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155064 · certified since February 6, 1968. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.