Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West
1720 Alber St, Wabash, IN 46992
Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West is a nursing home in Wabash, 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.
At a glance
- CMS overall star rating4 of 5
- Last standard health inspectionAugust 7, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Health citations since August 1, 202311 (Indiana average 23)
- Fines in the past three yearsNone listed by CMS
- CMS flagsNone listed by CMS
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CMS flags
CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.
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 quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
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 4 of 5.
Health inspection on October 15, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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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 October 17, 2025.
Health inspection on August 7, 2025
1 citationCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 8, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2024.
Fire safety inspection on August 7, 2025
7 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 October 7, 2025.
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 October 7, 2025.
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 October 7, 2025.
Citation K0222. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 7, 2025.
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 October 7, 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 October 7, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0321 3 times since 2023.
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 October 7, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0920 2 times since 2023.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
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 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
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 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
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 4 of 5 to 5 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
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 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of July 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 3 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Staffing
Total nurse staffing reported to CMS went from 3.8 to 3.2 hours per resident per day.
Health inspection on July 18, 2024
5 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
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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 August 15, 2024.
Citation F0732. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Post nurse staffing information every day.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2024.
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 August 15, 2024.
Citation F0809. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 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 August 15, 2024.
Fire safety inspection on July 18, 2024
3 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 October 1, 2024.
Citation K0927. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2024.
Citation E0036. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 1, 2024.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Health inspection on February 1, 2024
1 citationCMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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Citation F0563. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 18, 2024.
Health inspection on August 1, 2023
3 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 August 25, 2023.
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 August 25, 2023.
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 August 25, 2023.
Fire safety inspection on August 1, 2023
10 citationsCMS lists this as a standard inspection.
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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 September 28, 2023.
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 September 28, 2023.
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 September 28, 2023.
Citation K0293. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 28, 2023.
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 September 28, 2023.
Citation K0355. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 28, 2023.
Citation K0500. 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 September 28, 2023.
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 September 28, 2023.
Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 28, 2023.
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 September 28, 2023.
CMS star ratings
- 4 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 4 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 4 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (260) 563-4112
- Last standard health inspection
- August 7, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Certified beds
- 44
- Residents per day, on average
- 26.7
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Johnson Memorial Hospital
- Chain
- Infinity Healthcare Consulting
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
Fewer health citations than the Indiana average (11 vs 23).
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- JOHNSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 01/01/2015
- MILLER'S HEALTH SYSTEMS INCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2015
- THE WATERS OF WABASH SKILLED NURSING FACILITY WEST LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 11/01/2022
- DUNKLE, DAVIDOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/01/2019
Questions
When was Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West last inspected?
CMS lists August 7, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West have?
CMS lists 11 health citations since August 1, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West?
Its CMS overall star rating is 4 of 5.
Is Waters of Wabash Skilled Nursing Facility West a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.