University Heights Health and Living Community
1380 E County Line Rd S · Indianapolis, IN · 46227 · 3178857050
176 certified beds Government - County Chain: Cardon & Associates
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- 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.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.34 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.63 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.92 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 52% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (16 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D May 12, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected May 25, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected July 2, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected November 25, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 25, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E August 27, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2024
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 27, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected September 18, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2024 · 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 June 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 23, 2024 · found via complaint
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 June 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 23, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 5, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected December 18, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023 · 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 July 29, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 155327 · certified since February 21, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.