Hooverwood
7001 Hoover Rd · Indianapolis, IN · 46260 · 3172512261
155 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Carries CMS’s abuse warning icon.
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
CMS abuse warning
CMS flags this facility with its abuse icon: cited for abuse that caused harm in the past year, or potential harm in the past two years.
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
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.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.70 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.60 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.33 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $25,124 |
Inspection citations (35 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 20, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 20, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 20, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 9, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 20, 2026
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 May 9, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · J December 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 16, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Past Non-Compliance · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Past Non-Compliance · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 2025
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 April 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected November 5, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 11, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected October 15, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · J December 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 22, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected August 23, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 11, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 30, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G March 6, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected April 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2024
Ensure a qualified health professional conducts resident assessments.
Corrected April 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 27, 2024 | Fine | $16,300 |
| March 6, 2024 | Fine | $8,824 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155001 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.