Alaska average 3.6
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025

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Located adjacent to the Fairbanks Memorial Hospital in Alaska, Denali Center is a skilled nursing facility that offers exceptional care and an engaging community for its residents. It is widely regarded as one of Alaska’s hidden gems, situated in a lively neighborhood that exudes personality. At Denali Center, privacy and individualism are deeply valued, and residents can access community conveniences. The center offers long-term, short-term, and memory care services, catering to the diverse needs of its seniors.
For more than 20 years, Denali Center has been organizing the annual “Denali Center Prom,” a formal ball that is a highly-anticipated event for its residents and families. The center also hosts a variety of activities throughout the year, ensuring that its residents remain engaged and entertained with their newfound cliques. With compassionate and dedicated staff, Denali Center provides personalized care to its residents, assuring that each receives the support they need to thrive in their sunset years.
Alaska average 3.6
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Alaska average 25.1
Alaska average 6.7
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 26 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Alaska average: 0.2
Alaska average: 0.4
Denali Center is located in Fairbanks, Alaska.
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0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fairbanks's city center to Denali Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.05 miles to nearest hospital (Fairbanks Memorial Hospital)
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Manages medical care and health needs.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
5,977 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 52 | 4 | 56 | 21,378 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 6 | 18 | 7,231 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 1 | 12 | 4,784 | 90 | 99% | 9.3 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,440 | 90 | 99% | 8.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,804 | 87 | 96% | 7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,320 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,011 | 65 | 71% | 6.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 473 | 63 | 69% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 473 | 63 | 69% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 453 | 52 | 57% | 8.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 450 | 67 | 74% | 6.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 420 | 54 | 59% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 405 | 54 | 59% | 7.5 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 253 | 50 | 55% | 5.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 228 | 24 | 26% | 9.5 |
| Feeding Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 188 | 41 | 45% | 4.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 165 | 18 | 20% | 8.6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 163 | 30 | 33% | 5.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 62 | 15 | 16% | 4.1 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
The information below is reported by the Alaska Department of Health, Division of Health Care Services.
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| Providence Alaska Extended Care |
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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. | Anchorage (Northeast Anchorage) | 96 | 98.9% | -48% | 5.35 | +33% | -26% | 3 | 73 | 14.6 | 7 | 92 | - | 47 | - | $44.9M | $11.9M | 26.4% | 25036 | ||||
| Denali 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. | Fairbanks (South Fairbanks) | 71 | - | - | 5.94 | -39% | -18% | 0 | 26 | 8.7 | - | 73 | - | 32 | - | - | - | - | 25020 | ||||
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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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Denali Center is in the South Fairbanks neighborhood.
Denali Center has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
(907) 458-5100 will put you in contact with the team at Denali Center.
Yes — Denali Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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