Elkhart Meadows
2600 Morehouse Ave · Elkhart, IN · 46517 · 5742958800
58 certified beds Government - County Chain: American Senior Communities
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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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
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.41 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.40 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.87 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 37% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (6 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D August 30, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected September 22, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 30, 2024
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected September 22, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 30, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected September 22, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 30, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2023
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected October 7, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected October 7, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155352 · certified since March 9, 1990. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.