Polaris Transitional Care faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 51/100. The facility ranks in the 30th percentile among Alaska nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing levels at Polaris Transitional Care exceed national averages, with 5.56 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 2.73 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.
Recent CMS inspections identified 21 deficiencies at Polaris Transitional Care, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 5.56 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 2.73 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.34 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.49 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 4.57 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 1.95 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nov 20, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0684 Severity EProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Nov 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0552 Severity DEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Nov 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0561 Severity DHonor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Nov 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0578 Severity DHonor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, andNov 20, 2025 · Resident Rights 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 | 14.5% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 0.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 16.9% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 3.4% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 21.0% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.5% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 16.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $109,382
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 51 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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