Ketchikan Med Ctr New Horizons Transitional Care faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 41/100. The facility ranks in the 20th percentile among Alaska nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing levels at Ketchikan Med Ctr New Horizons Transitional Care exceed national averages, with 6.85 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 3.78 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.
Recent inspections identified 26 deficiencies at Ketchikan Med Ctr New Horizons Transitional Care. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 6.85 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 3.78 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.00 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.07 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 5.43 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 2.64 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0565 Severity FHonor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.Sep 8, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity FProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Sep 8, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0607 Severity FDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Sep 8, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0609 Severity FTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Sep 8, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0726 Severity FEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Sep 8, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 4.2% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 7.9% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 6.7% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 6.6% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 22.2% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 12.2% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 45.0% | 45.0% | Average |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 41 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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