Poplar Care Strategies
313 Poplar St, Loogootee, IN 47553
Poplar Care Strategies is a nursing home in Loogootee, Indiana. 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
- 1 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 1 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 2 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 2 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (812) 295-4433
- Last standard health inspection
- January 8, 2026 (10 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 62
- Residents per day, on average
- 31.8
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Pulaski Memorial Hospital
- Chain
- Not listed by CMS
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Indiana average (36 vs 23).
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 staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
3 citations
Health inspection on April 29, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
CMS lists it as corrected on May 18, 2026.
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 May 18, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 18, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0695 3 times since 2024.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
10 citations
Health inspection on January 8, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Citation F0583. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0583 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0680. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 17, 2026.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0921 2 times since 2024.
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 February 17, 2026.
Citation F0554. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 17, 2026.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 17, 2026.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 2 times since 2025.
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 February 17, 2026.
Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0692 2 times since 2024.
1 citation
Fire safety inspection on January 8, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0521. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 17, 2026.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on October 9, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 November 12, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 28, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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 September 26, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Ownership
CMS no longer lists a chain for this home.
CMS update of May 28, 2025
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 9, 2024 from $12,340 to $8,021.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 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.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
1 citation
Health inspection on February 19, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 7, 2025.
8 citations
Health inspection on November 1, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0882. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 28, 2024.
Citation F0758. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 28, 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 November 28, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 28, 2024.
Citation F0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 28, 2024.
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 November 28, 2024.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 28, 2024.
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 November 28, 2024.
2 citations
Fire safety inspection on November 1, 2024
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 6, 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 January 27, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 2 times since 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on September 12, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
23 of 507 Indiana homes (5%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, 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 September 12, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 9, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0583. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 19, 2024.
Fine
August 9, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $8,021 on August 9, 2024.
CMS update of March 28, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.7 to 0.4 hours per resident per day.
10 citations
Health inspection on January 8, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0727. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 2, 2024.
Citation F0851. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 2, 2024.
Citation F0641. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 2, 2024.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 2, 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 February 2, 2024.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 2, 2024.
Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 2, 2024.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 2, 2024.
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 2, 2024.
Citation F0849. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 2, 2024.
5 citations
Fire safety inspection on January 8, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0100. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet other general requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 18, 2024.
Citation K0321. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 18, 2024.
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 February 18, 2024.
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 18, 2024.
Citation K0271. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2024.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- PULASKI MEMORIAL HOSPITAL5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 01/01/2022
Questions
When was Poplar Care Strategies last inspected?
CMS lists January 8, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Poplar Care Strategies have?
CMS lists 36 health citations since January 8, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Poplar Care Strategies been fined?
CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $8,021 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Poplar Care Strategies?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is Poplar Care Strategies a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.