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WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE

300 FAIRGROUNDS RD, TIPTON, IN 46072
Score: 18 / 100

With a score of 18/100, Waters Of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, The 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.

With 3.17 total nurse hours per resident per day, Waters Of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, The falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 36 deficiencies at Waters Of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, The. 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 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.17 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.43 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.46 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.29 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.96 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.36 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

36
Total Deficiencies
Nov 11, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 36 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Nov 11, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0744 Severity D
    Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
    Jul 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0757 Severity D
    Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
    Jul 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0842 Severity D
    Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standar
    Jul 17, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0580 Severity D
    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    Jun 16, 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 4.8% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 10.6% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 18.3% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 0.3% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 6.8% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 9.8% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 21.9% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $20,494

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 18 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: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -2 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Individual
Certified Beds
150
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Mar 17, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
19