Pulaski Health Care Center
624 E 13th St · Winamac, IN · 46996 · 5749463394
58 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.13 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.58 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.64 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (21 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 22, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 22, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 12, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024 · found via complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected August 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 12, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2024
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected August 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected August 12, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 1, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected September 15, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 15, 2023 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155660 · certified since March 30, 1999. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.