Brickyard Healthcare – Lincoln Hills Care Center

Nursing Home in Indiana

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.
Brickyard Healthcare – Lincoln Hills Care Center

Nursing Home in Indiana

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.

Overview of Brickyard Healthcare – Lincoln Hills Care Center

Brickyard Healthcare - Lincoln Hills Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Tell City, IN. It offers short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and various health services. The center is dedicated to providing a resident-first experience with a focus on comfort and care.
(812) 547-3427

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.
2/5 ▼ 1.0 Indiana average: 3.0/5
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.
2/5 ▼ 0.7 Indiana average: 2.7/5
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.
3/5 ▲ 0.5 Indiana average: 2.6/5
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.
4/5 ■ Avg Indiana average: 4.1/5

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 128th out of 275 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.
3h 23m per day
This facility Indiana avg (3h 32m per day)
vs Indiana avg
-4%

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 86
Avg. Length of Stay
223 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

39% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

36% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

25% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$8.1M
Surplus of revenue
$621.6K
Governmental community Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$8.1M
Surplus of revenue
$621.6K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.1M
38.7% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.4M
Total costs $7.5M
Bed community size
86-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
73%
8% higher than Indiana average

Indiana average: 68%

Occupied beds
63 / 86
Average residents 70 per day

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home (skilled Nursing Facility)
IssuanceJanuary 9, 2024
ExpirationAugust 31, 2025
License Number24-000411-1
CMS Certification Number155384
Accreditations2018 American Health Care Association (AHCA) and National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) Bronze Quality Award

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brickyard Healthcare – Lincoln Hills Care Center is legally operated by Hendricks County Hospital, and administrated by Julie Pennington.

Profit StatusOTHER

Type Of Units

SNF/NF (Combined)
86 units
Total beds
86 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of NursingSHERRY ROBERTS

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(812) 547-3100

Amenities & Lifestyle

29 amenities
Therapy
Stroke Care
Dialysis Care
Diabetic Care
Discharge Planning
Pain Management
Cognitive Training
Respite Care
Pulmonary Care
Pharmacy
Restorative Care
Doctor Visits
Dental Care
Audiology
Eye Care
Iv Therapy
Private Suites Available
Transportation
Barber And Beauty Shop
Church Services
Arts And Crafts
Phone Services
Television Option
Family Lounges
Housekeeping
Laundry Services
Linens Provided
24/7 Nursing Services
Nutritional Snacks
Specific ProgramsTherapy, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Nursing
Religious ServicesYes

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Inspection History

In Indiana, the Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care is the primary regulatory body that performs onsite inspections and quality of care reviews for all licensed facilities.

Inspection Overview Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

23 total visits · Indiana avg: 19

Ranked 260th of 388 in Indiana

12 Inspections Indiana avg: 13 8% below Indiana avg
11 Visits with Citations Indiana avg: 7 57% above Indiana avg
86 Citations Total Indiana avg: 34 153% above Indiana avg Ranked 368th of 385
12 Visits without Citations Indiana avg: 12 0% below Indiana avg

6 complaints

Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.

Indiana average: 5 complaints

Latest inspection

Date June 25, 2025
Complaint Investigation

86 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Indiana average: 34 citations

90 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Indiana average: 36 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Brickyard Healthcare – Lincoln Hills Care Center

The most recent inspection on June 25, 2025, found no deficiencies related to the complaint investigated. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies mainly involving Life Safety Code compliance, emergency preparedness, resident care including medication administration and infection control, and staffing qualifications. Complaint investigations were generally unsubstantiated, though some substantiated cases involved infection control and medication administration issues. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility appears to have made improvements over time, with recent follow-up surveys showing compliance after prior citations.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 7

Indiana average 6


Last Health inspection on Feb 2025

Total health citations 29

Indiana average 25

Citations per inspection
4.14

Indiana average 4.12


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

25 of 29 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 29 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.2


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Indiana average: 0.2

0 serious citations More info Indiana average: 0.6

28 moderate citations More info Indiana average: 23.8

1 minor citation More info Indiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Feb 21, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Feb 21, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Feb 21, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Feb 21, 2025
Corrected

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Brickyard Healthcare – Lincoln Hills Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Indiana SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Indiana resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
IN

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 94
Employees 70
Contractors 24
Staff to resident ratio 1.57:1
1566567% better than Indiana average

Indiana average ratio: 0.00:1

Avg staff/day 35
Average shift 8.2 hours
6% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 7.7 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 26,188
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 14
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.9 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 32
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

19.7%

5,157 contractor hours this quarter

Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Medical Director: 2 Certified Nursing Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Dental Services Staff: 1 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant311328,89891100%8.3
Licensed Practical Nurse140145,62791100%9.9
Registered Nurse130133,60291100%8.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0441,5277077%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide0441,1618695%7.3
Physical Therapy Assistant0229207178%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist2138776369%8.4
Speech Language Pathologist0447856774%8.6
Dietitian2026926875%7.4
Administrator1014485763%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1014445662%7.9
Mental Health Service Worker1013524347%8.2
Dental Services Staff2132412527%8
Nurse Aide in Training1011861820%10.3
Qualified Social Worker0331624954%3.2
Occupational Therapy Aide1121255560%1.9
Medication Aide/Technician101811011%8.1
Medical Director022381516%2.5
Occupational Therapy Assistant01125910%2.7
32 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
14 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 77%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 95%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 78%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 69%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 74%
2 Dietitian
% of Days 75%
1 Administrator
% of Days 63%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 62%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 47%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 27%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 20%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 54%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 60%
1 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 11%
2 Medical Director
% of Days 16%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 10%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 60
Medicare
2
3.3% of residents
Medicaid
49
81.7% of residents
Private pay or other
9
15% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

Active Resident Council

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

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. 6.5
19% 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. 14.5
15% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 17.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 7.9%
35% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 10.9%
24% 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 24.6%
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 5.8%
51% 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 2.8%
36% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.1%
11% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 24.3%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 17.5%
41% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
7% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 93.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
5% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 95.4%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
22% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 81.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 3.6%
160% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 88.5%
12% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 79.0%

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