Denali Center
1510 19th Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99701
Denali Center is a nursing home in Fairbanks, Alaska. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS star ratings
- 4 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 2 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 5 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 5 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (907) 458-5100
- Last standard health inspection
- January 20, 2026 (9 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 71
- Residents per day, on average
- 70.9
- Ownership type
- Non profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Denali Center LLC
- Chain
- Not listed by CMS
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Alaska average (32 vs 26).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from January 20, 2026 from $15,935 to $10,358.
2 citations
Health inspection on July 21, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 1, 2026.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 1, 2026.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0607 from the health inspection on January 20, 2026.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
10 citations
Health inspection on January 20, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
1 of 20 Alaska homes (5%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2026.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 6, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 6, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0838. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 6, 2026.
Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 6, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0699. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 6, 2026.
Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
CMS lists it as corrected on March 6, 2026.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 6, 2026.
Citation F0711. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 6, 2026.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 6, 2026.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 6, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2025.
5 citations
Fire safety inspection on January 20, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2026.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2023.
Citation K0511. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0511 3 times since 2023.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2026.
Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 27, 2026.
Fine
January 20, 2026 (9 months ago)
CMS fine of $10,358 on January 20, 2026.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Health citation
CMS removed citation F0689 from the health inspection on June 28, 2024.
CMS update of September 24, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 1 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
13 citations
Health inspection on January 10, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0585. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 4, 2025.
Citation F0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 28, 2025.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 14, 2025.
Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 14, 2025.
Citation F0561. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2025.
Citation F0604. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2025.
Citation F0677. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.
Citation F0700. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 4, 2025.
Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 24, 2025.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 4, 2025.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 24, 2025.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 22, 2025.
9 citations
Fire safety inspection on January 10, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0025. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 19, 2025.
Citation E0037. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2025.
Citation K0211. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 28, 2025.
Citation K0291. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 29, 2025.
Citation K0351. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 15, 2025.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 6, 2025.
Citation K0363. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 28, 2025.
Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 3, 2025.
Citation K0511. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 3, 2025.
1 citation
Health inspection on June 28, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 27, 2024.
CMS update of February 29, 2024
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on December 19, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0623. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 2, 2024.
5 citations
Health inspection on June 30, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 24, 2023.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 24, 2023.
Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 24, 2023.
Citation F0577. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 24, 2023.
Citation F0732. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Post nurse staffing information every day.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 24, 2023.
7 citations
Fire safety inspection on June 30, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2023.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2023.
Citation K0511. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2023.
Citation K0252. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide at least two remote exits on each floor or fire section of the building.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2023.
Citation K0293. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2023.
Citation K0919. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2023.
Citation K0929. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 26, 2023.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- FOUNDATION HEALTH LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 01/01/2017
- GREATER FAIRBANKS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION INC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · 100% · since 01/01/2023
- BLAIS, KENDRICKOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 11/01/2022
- EBENAL, SHELLEYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/24/2019
- MARTIN, SARAHOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2017
- SUDDUTH, ANTHONYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/24/2023
Questions
When was Denali Center last inspected?
CMS lists January 20, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Denali Center have?
CMS lists 32 health citations since June 30, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Denali Center been fined?
CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $10,358 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Denali Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 4 of 5.
Is Denali Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.