Harbor Health & Rehab
5025 McCook Ave · East Chicago, IN · 46312 · 2193970380
106 certified beds Non profit - Other Chain: Casa Consulting
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $13,637 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Total nurse staffing below 3.0 hours per resident-day
2.96 reported hours vs the 3.48 minimum CMS's own staffing study recommends.
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: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 2.96 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.42 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.61 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $29,230 |
Inspection citations (69 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 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 March 11, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 11, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 11, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected March 11, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 11, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 17, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 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 December 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 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 December 26, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F December 17, 2025
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected December 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 9, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 25, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected September 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 9, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 9, 2024 | Fine | $13,637 |
| July 28, 2023 | Fine | $15,593 |
| July 28, 2023 | Payment Denial | 21 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155653 · certified since September 1, 1998. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.