Memorial Heights Nursing Center
1305 Southeast Adams · Idabel, OK · 74745 · 5802861065
118 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe 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.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.14 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.76 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 1 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.76 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.14 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.53 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 55% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $7,443 |
Inspection citations (28 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 15, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected May 22, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 15, 2026
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected May 22, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 15, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 22, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 15, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected May 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 15, 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 22, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F April 15, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 22, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E April 15, 2026 · 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 May 22, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 15, 2026 · 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 May 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 12, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E June 12, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected June 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 12, 2025
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected June 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 12, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F June 12, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected June 16, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025 · 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 March 24, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 24, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected February 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected February 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E February 1, 2024
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 February 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 1, 2024
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 1, 2024
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 1, 2024
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 February 29, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 1, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 29, 2024 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 17, 2024 | Fine | $7,443 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 375123 · certified since June 22, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.