Discovery Rehabilitation and Living
600 Shanafelt Street · Salmon, ID · 83467 · 2087568391
45 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: The Ensign Group
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 79 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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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: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.77 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.96 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.19 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 32% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (36 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2025
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected December 19, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 19, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2025
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 December 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 3, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 19, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected December 19, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 3, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 19, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2024 · 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 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
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 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2024 · 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 October 18, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D September 13, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected October 18, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 28, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 24, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected September 28, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected September 28, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023 · found via complaint
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected September 28, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023 · found via complaint
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 28, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023 · found via complaint
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 28, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 135129 · certified since December 4, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.