Premier Healthcare of New Harmony
251 Highway 66 · New Harmony, IN · 47631 · 8126824104
96 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Premier Healthcare of Illinois
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
62% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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: 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 | 62% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (52 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Corrected December 24, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected December 24, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 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 December 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.
Corrected December 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F December 4, 2025
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected December 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected December 24, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 24, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F December 4, 2025
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected December 24, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D October 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 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 April 18, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
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 October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
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 October 7, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E September 16, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected October 7, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155370 · certified since February 8, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.