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BOUNDARY COUNTY NURSING HOME

6640 KANIKSU STREET, BONNERS FERRY, ID 83805
Score: 95 / 100

Among nursing homes in Idaho, Boundary County Nursing Home stands out with an A grade and a score of 95 out of 100. It ranks in the 98th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Boundary County Nursing Home provides above-average staffing with 5.87 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 15 deficiencies at Boundary County Nursing Home. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.87 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.74 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.10 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.03 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.98 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.14 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

15
Total Deficiencies
Sep 12, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 15 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Sep 12, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0600 Severity D
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Sep 12, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jul 27, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity E
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    Jul 27, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity E
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Jul 27, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care 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 3.8% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 2.9% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 18.6% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 26.7% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 10.3% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 33.8% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 95 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - County
Certified Beds
20
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Sep 12, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2