F

CARMEL HEALTH & LIVING COMMUNITY

118 MEDICAL DR, CARMEL, IN 46032
Score: 37 / 100

With a score of 37/100, Carmel Health & Living Community ranks in the bottom tier of Indiana nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing at Carmel Health & Living Community is near the national average, with 3.56 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 34 deficiencies at Carmel Health & Living Community. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.56 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.59 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.01 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.96 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.12 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.33 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

34
Total Deficiencies
Nov 12, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 34 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0689 Severity G
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Nov 12, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0760 Severity G
    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
    Sep 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0755 Severity E
    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    Sep 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Sep 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0554 Severity D
    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    Sep 24, 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 5.6% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 4.0% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 19.1% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.7% 2.5% Average
ADL decline (daily activities) 14.5% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 6.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 25.8% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 37 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: 3★ → 12 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

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - County
Certified Beds
188
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Sep 24, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9