Providence Health Care Center
1 Sisters of Providence · St Mary of the Woods, IN · 47876 · 8125354001
70 certified beds Non profit - Church related
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (24 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 23, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G May 16, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025
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 July 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 16, 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 July 30, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected March 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected March 22, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 18, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 18, 2024
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected March 22, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 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 August 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
Corrected August 30, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2023
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected February 10, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 1, 2023
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected February 10, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 1, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 10, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2023
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected February 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2023
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 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2023
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 February 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 1, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 10, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| May 16, 2025 | Payment Denial | 43 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155802 · certified since October 17, 2012. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.