Aperion Care Greenfield
Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing & Assisted Living · Indiana, IN
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Aperion Care Greenfield

Nursing Home, Skilled Nursing & Assisted Living · Indiana, IN
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Aperion Care Greenfield accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Aperion Care Greenfield

Aperion Care Greenfield in Greenfield, IN, is a well-regarded nursing home that offers assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care. Here, older adults can find a home away from home, accompanied by its supportive and welcoming environment. 24-hour care, medication management, and therapy services are among the high-quality services offered to improve residents’ quality of life. Through personalized care plans, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Light exercises, social events, and a variety of activities allow residents to connect with friends and have fun. Wound care, pain management, and hospice care are also available, ensuring residents can age in place. Located near a highway, restaurants, and other shops, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it a great choice for senior living in Indiana.

(317) 894-3301

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 35.2% Below IN avg. ▼ 35.2% Below IN avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 64.4% Below IN avg. ▼ 64.4% Below IN avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 59.3% Below IN avg. ▼ 59.3% Below IN avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 22.3% Above IN avg. ▲ 22.3% Above IN avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Indiana state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 286th out of 287 homes in Indiana. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
2h 7m per day
Rank #286 / 287Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 286th out of 287 homes in Indiana. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Indiana average, with a ranking across 287 Indiana SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Indiana avg (3h 26m per day)
vs Indiana avg
-38%

5 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Physical Therapist is +75% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 22m per day ▼ 45% State avg: 40m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 44m per day ▼ 4% State avg: 46m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 1h 50m per day ▼ 19% State avg: 2h 16m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 2h 20m per day ▼ 28% State avg: 3h 14m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 7m per day ▲ 75% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 17m per day ▼ 37% State avg: 27m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Types of Care at Aperion Care Greenfield

Skilled Nursing Assisted Living

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Higher occupancy than the Indiana average: 69.4%
Occupancy rate
75.4% Rank #137 / 433Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 137th out of 433 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 433. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
106 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 17 / 100 Rank #410 / 587Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 410th out of 587 homes in Indiana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Indiana SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 113
Employees 76
Contractors 37
Staff to resident ratio 1.38:1
1377949% better than Indiana average
Indiana average ratio: 0.00:1 Indiana average ratio: 0.00:1See full Indiana ranking
Avg staff/day 35
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with Indiana average
Indiana average: 7.7 hours Indiana average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full Indiana ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 24,935

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 16
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 43
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

8.9%

2,219 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 12 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 7 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Registered Nurse: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Dietitian: 1 Medication Aide/Technician: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Medical Director: 1 Other Physician: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant3112439,99492100%8.1
Licensed Practical Nurse140143,95592100%8.9
Registered Nurse142163,30192100%7.6
Other Dietary Services Staff6061,52192100%7.4
RN Director of Nursing3031,3147683%7.8
Medication Aide/Technician4151,2598693%8.5
Dietitian1125256368%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist0225206672%7.9
Administrator1015046368%8
Mental Health Service Worker1015046368%8
Nurse Practitioner1015006368%7.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist0773082932%7.7
Physical Therapy Aide0332255257%4.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician0221202628%4.6
Physical Therapy Assistant0221173134%3.8
Qualified Social Worker0111122628%4.3
Medical Director011671314%5.2
Other Physician011401314%3.1
Occupational Therapy Aide0113278%4.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111833%6
43 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
16 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 83%
5 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 93%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 68%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 72%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 68%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 32%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 57%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 28%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 34%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 28%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 14%
1 Other Physician
% of Days 14%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 8%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2023

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $0 Rank #1 / 289Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 289 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Indiana average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 289 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
100% lower than Indiana average

Indiana average: $27K

Number of fines 0
100% fewer fines than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.4

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
152% more payment denials than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.4

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $0
Indiana average $27K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Jun 9, 2023 · 28 days

Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Jun 9, 2023
28 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 5.4
33% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 8.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 12.6
26% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 17.1

Long-stay resident measures
Below average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.5%
38% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 6.8%
53% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 14.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 23.5%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.3%
11% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 3.9%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 1.7%
60% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.7%
45% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.7%
18% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 60.7%
152% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 24.4%
96% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 88.1%
6% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 93.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.1%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 95.4%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.66
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.60

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.62
9% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.48

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 47.0%
43% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 81.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.7%
25% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 64.5%
18% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 79.0%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

27% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

62% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 82
Medicare
3
3.7% of residents
Medicaid
37
45.1% of residents
Private pay or other
42
51.2% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$8.7M
Profit
$2
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$8.7M Rank #196 / 290Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 196th out of 290 homes in Indiana. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Indiana SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$2
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #178 / 290Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 178th out of 290 homes in Indiana. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Indiana average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$4.7M
54.1% of revenue Rank #92 / 290Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 92nd out of 290 homes in Indiana. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Indiana average. Well-run Indiana SNFs typically land around 54–68% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.0M
Total costs $8.7M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Indiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IN

Requires level-of-care determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home health services

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

Age 60+
General Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
IN

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Age 65+
General or blind, or disabled, Indiana resident, in approved facility, low-income or SSI recipient.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IN

~50 facilities statewide; per diem rate set by FSSA.

Benefits
Room/board Laundry Minimal care coordination (~$20-$50/day subsidy)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Indiana resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IN

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Indiana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
IN

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Indiana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IN

High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Aperion Care Greenfield

Is Aperion Care Greenfield in a walkable area?

Aperion Care Greenfield has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the address of Aperion Care Greenfield?

Aperion Care Greenfield is located at 5430 W US Hwy 40, Greenfield, IN 46140.

What is the phone number of Aperion Care Greenfield?

(317) 894-3301 will put you in contact with the team at Aperion Care Greenfield.

Is Aperion Care Greenfield Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Aperion Care Greenfield is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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