Denali Center
1510 19th Avenue · Fairbanks, AK · 99701 · 9074585100
71 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Hospital-based
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
The composite number cleared 73 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.13 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.08 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.33 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $15,935 |
Inspection citations (30 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G January 20, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 20, 2026
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 20, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 20, 2026
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 20, 2026
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 20, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 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 March 6, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F January 20, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 20, 2026
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F January 20, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 10, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected February 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F January 10, 2025
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected March 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 10, 2025
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected February 23, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected February 24, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected March 4, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 10, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 10, 2025
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 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F January 10, 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 February 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F January 10, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F January 10, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 19, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected February 2, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 20, 2026 | Fine | $15,935 |
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 025020 · certified since November 1, 1983. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.