Milton Home, the
206 E Marion St, South Bend, IN 46601
Milton Home, the is a nursing home in South Bend, 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
- 5 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 4 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 4 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 5 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (574) 233-0165
- Last standard health inspection
- January 5, 2026 (10 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 34
- Residents per day, on average
- 28.4
- Ownership type
- Non profit - Corporation
- Legal business name
- Pulaski Memorial Hospital
- Chain
- Sterling Healthcare
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the Indiana average (15 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 April 29, 2026
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of March 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 5.8 to 5.0 hours per resident per day.
2 citations
Health inspection on January 5, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 4, 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 February 4, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2024.
3 citations
Fire safety inspection on January 5, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2026.
Citation K0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2026.
Citation K0921. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 20, 2026.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 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 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
1 citation
Health inspection on November 7, 2025
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 December 12, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
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 staffing star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
6 citations
Health inspection on October 18, 2024
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 November 19, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2023.
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 November 18, 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 18, 2024.
Citation F0679. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 18, 2024.
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 November 18, 2024.
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 November 18, 2024.
11 citations
Fire safety inspection on October 18, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0004. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.
Citation E0006. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.
Citation E0013. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.
Citation E0029. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop a communication plan.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.
Citation E0036. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.
Citation K0293. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.
Citation K0300. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0300 2 times since 2023.
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 December 21, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0345 2 times since 2023.
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 December 21, 2024.
Citation K0324. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 21, 2024.
CMS update of August 29, 2024
Ownership
CMS no longer lists a chain for this home.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 5.6 to 4.5 hours per resident per day.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from August 1, 2022 from $15,000 to $9,750.
2 citations
Health inspection on December 14, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 9, 2024.
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 January 9, 2024.
4 citations
Health inspection on October 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 November 28, 2023.
Citation F0568. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 28, 2023.
Citation F0582. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 28, 2023.
Citation F0804. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 28, 2023.
10 citations
Fire safety inspection on October 30, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0039. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2023.
Citation E0041. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 4, 2023.
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 November 21, 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 November 22, 2023.
Citation K0531. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 4, 2023.
Citation K0914. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 4, 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 December 4, 2023.
Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 21, 2023.
Citation K0300. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 4, 2023.
Citation K0511. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 4, 2023.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- MILTON HOME NURSING HOME AND REHABILITATIONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/01/2016
- PULASKI MEMORIAL HOSPITALOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/01/2016
- MALOTT, GREGGOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/01/2016
Questions
When was Milton Home, the last inspected?
CMS lists January 5, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Milton Home, the have?
CMS lists 15 health citations since October 30, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Milton Home, the been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Milton Home, the?
Its CMS overall star rating is 5 of 5.
Is Milton Home, the a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.