Hooverwood
Nursing Home · Indianapolis, IN
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Hooverwood

Nursing Home · Indianapolis, 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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Hooverwood accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

Overview of Hooverwood

Hooverwood is a senior living community in Indianapolis, IN. It offers a range of services including rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care, and wellness therapy. The facility is committed to providing compassionate care and support for seniors.
(317) 251-2261

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.
▼ 66.8% Below IN avg. ▼ 66.8% 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.
▼ 63.4% Below IN avg. ▼ 63.4% 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.
▲ 17.6% Above IN avg. ▲ 17.6% Above 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.
▼ 25.9% Below IN avg. ▼ 25.9% Below 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 11th out of 270 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.
5h 8m per day
Rank #11 / 270Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 270 homes in Indiana.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Indiana average, with a ranking across 270 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 32m per day)
vs Indiana avg
+45%

0 of 1 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Total Nursing (Weekend) is +48% above state avg
Staff type Hours / Day / Resident vs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) 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. 4h 46m per day ▲ 48% State avg: 3h 14m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
191 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.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

44% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Medicaid

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

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$24.4M
Surplus of revenue
$562.7K
Governmental community Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$24.4M Rank #11 / 271Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 271 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.
Surplus of revenue
$562.7K
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 #7 / 271Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 271 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.
$13.4M
55.1% of revenue Rank #78 / 271Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 78th out of 271 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.
$10.4M
Total costs $23.8M
Bed community size
183-bed community Rank #38 / 272Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th out of 272 homes in Indiana.Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Indiana SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 13 / 100 Rank #203 / 255Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 203rd out of 255 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
70%
Rank #131 / 272Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st out of 272 homes in Indiana.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Indiana average, with its Statewide rank out of 272. 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.
Similar to the Indiana average: 68.1%
Occupied beds
128 / 183
Average residents per home in Indiana 70 per day

License Details

Facility TypeMixed Facility (nursing + Residential Care)
IssuanceJanuary 5, 2025
ExpirationApril 30, 2026
License Number25-000001-1
CMS Certification Number155001

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hooverwood is legally operated by Hancock Regional Hospital, and administrated by Robert Newcomer.

Profit StatusProfit

Type Of Units

SNF/NF (Combined)
155 units
Residential
28 units
Total beds
183 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

Medical DirectorPatrice Yates
Director of NursingBECKY NASH
ContactDiana Wysocki

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(317) 257-8423

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Health And Wellness Activities
Spirituality Programs
Specific ProgramsShalom Sanctuary for Elder Abuse, Wellness & Outpatient Therapy, Private Duty, Life at Hooverwood, Rooms & Views, Spirituality, Kraft Commons Assisted Living, A.R.N. Hospice
Volunteer ProgramsYes
Operating Hours8am–8pm Daily

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining rooms provide breakfast, lunch, dinner and healthy snacks with traditional, home-cooked meals that are kosher style.

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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.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 103 deficiencies 7 complaints 23 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Indiana state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Indiana state average
Latest Inspection July 2, 2025 Re Inspection

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric This Facility IN Average vs. IN Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 103 36 This facility has 186% more total deficiencies than a typical Indiana nursing home (103 vs. IN avg 36). Click this badge to view the full Indiana ranking.↑ 186% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 25.8 9 This facility has 187% more deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana nursing home (25.8 vs. IN avg 9). Click this badge to view the full Indiana ranking.↑ 187% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.5 1.9 This facility has 137% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana nursing home (4.5 vs. IN avg 1.9). Click this badge to view the full Indiana ranking.↑ 137% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

Metric This Facility IN Average vs. IN Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits. 23 19 This facility has 21% more total visits than a typical Indiana nursing home (23 vs. IN avg 19). Click this badge to view the full Indiana ranking.↑ 21% worse
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 14 7 This facility has 100% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana nursing home (14 vs. IN avg 7). Click this badge to view the full Indiana ranking.↑ 100% worse
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 61% 37% This facility has 24 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana nursing home (61% vs. IN avg 37%). Click this badge to view the full Indiana ranking.↑ 24% worse
Inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators. 13 13 This facility has inspections in line with the Indiana average (13 vs. IN avg 13). Click this badge to view the full Indiana ranking.— At avg

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

Metric This Facility IN Average vs. IN Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 7 5 This facility has 40% more total complaints than a typical Indiana nursing home (7 vs. IN avg 5). Click this badge to view the full Indiana ranking.↑ 40% worse
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2022. 1.8 1.3 This facility has 38% more complaints per year than a typical Indiana nursing home (1.8 vs. IN avg 1.3). Click this badge to view the full Indiana ranking.↑ 38% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on July 2, 2025 found the facility in compliance with Emergency Preparedness and Life Safety Code requirements, with no deficiencies cited. Prior inspections showed recurring deficiencies primarily related to Life Safety Code compliance, including emergency power system maintenance, fire alarm and sprinkler system testing, fire drills, and door hardware issues. Earlier reports also identified care-related deficiencies such as medication management, resident transfers, ADL assistance, and infection control, along with substantiated complaints involving resident abuse and medication errors. Enforcement actions included immediate jeopardy related to a substantiated sexual abuse complaint in late 2024, which was resolved after corrective measures, and no fines or license suspensions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s recent inspections indicate improvement in Life Safety and Emergency Preparedness compliance, although care-related issues have appeared intermittently over time.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections Since 2022
Total health inspections 8

Indiana average 6


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations
42 Rank #224 / 271Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 224th out of 271 homes in Indiana.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Indiana State average, with a ranking across all 271 IN SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Indiana average 25

Citations per inspection
5.25 Rank #200 / 271Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 200th out of 271 homes in Indiana.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Indiana mean across 271 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Indiana average 4.12


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

25 of 42 citations resulted from standard inspections; 9 of 42 resulted from complaint investigations; and 8 of 42 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical Health citations
1
400% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.2


Serious Health citations
4 Rank #101 / 104Serious citations (G–I) — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 104 homes in Indiana.Shows G–I scope serious health citations for this facility versus other Indiana SNFs. Lower counts rank better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
567% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.6

1 critical citation Indiana average: 0.2

4 serious citations Indiana average: 0.6

37 moderate citations Indiana average: 23.8

0 minor citations Indiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 4 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Mar 26, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Mar 26, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Mar 26, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Mar 26, 2025
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Indiana

Hooverwood is located in INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana.
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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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Address 9.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Indianapolis's city center to Hooverwood's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: April 1 – June 30, 2025 (Q2 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 276
Employees 197
Contractors 79
Staff to resident ratio 2.09:1
2090809% better than Indiana average
Indiana average ratio: 0.00:1 Indiana average ratio: 0.00:1See full Indiana ranking
Avg staff/day 90
Average shift 8 hours
0% compared with Indiana average
Indiana average: 7.7 hours Indiana average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full Indiana ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 65,355

Nursing staff breakdown

Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.3 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 83
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 126
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

Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

9.7%

6,339 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 50 Certified Nursing Assistant: 9 Qualified Social Worker: 5 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Occupational Therapist: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1

Staff by category

Q2 2025 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant 117 9 126 34,999 91 100% 8.1
Licensed Practical Nurse 33 50 83 12,084 91 100% 8.4
Registered Nurse 15 0 15 4,234 91 100% 8.3
Medication Aide/Technician 15 0 15 4,181 91 100% 7.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist 6 0 6 2,587 65 71% 8.2
Other Dietary Services Staff 6 0 6 1,586 91 100% 7.2
Mental Health Service Worker 2 0 2 977 64 70% 8
Respiratory Therapy Technician 0 5 5 803 72 79% 6.3
Physical Therapy Assistant 0 3 3 800 71 78% 6.4
Speech Language Pathologist 0 2 2 715 64 70% 6.2
Nurse Practitioner 1 0 1 511 61 67% 8.4
Administrator 1 0 1 502 63 69% 8
RN Director of Nursing 1 0 1 427 59 65% 7.2
Physical Therapy Aide 0 1 1 380 64 70% 5.9
Qualified Social Worker 0 5 5 363 65 71% 4.1
Occupational Therapist 0 3 3 157 17 19% 7.8
Occupational Therapy Assistant 0 1 1 50 9 10% 5.6
126 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
83 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
15 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 70%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 79%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 78%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 67%
1 Administrator
% of Days 69%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 65%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 70%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 71%
3 Occupational Therapist
% of Days 19%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 10%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 132
Medicare
9
6.8% of residents
Medicaid
96
72.7% of residents
Private pay or other
27
20.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

Family Member Group

Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Family Council

Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, 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. 19.1
139% worse 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. 35.2
106% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 17.1

Long-stay resident measures
Below average Indiana avg: 4.1 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 37.7%
213% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 38.0%
164% worse 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 29.9%
22% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.2%
9% 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 3.6%
18% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.0%
20% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 12.3%
117% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 3.1%
87% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 16.4%
32% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.0%
6% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 93.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.9%
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. 1.99
24% worse than 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. 0.66
55% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.48

Short-stay resident measures
Average Indiana avg: 2.9 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 86.8%
6% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 81.7%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.4%
69% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 81.2%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 79.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 27.6%
23% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 22.4%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 20.1%
91% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 10.5%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 44.7%
17% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 56.9%
12% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 50.6%

Penalties and fines

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 $25K Rank #254 / 272Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 254th out of 272 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 272 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.
8% lower than Indiana average

Indiana average: $27K

Number of fines 2
44% more 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. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Indiana average

Indiana average: 0.4

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $25K
Indiana average $27K
Penalty History

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

2 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Dec 27, 2024
$16K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 6, 2024
$9K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Alpha Home – a Waters Community
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).

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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.

Indianapolis (Near Westside) 86 67.4% -3% 2.95 -5% -14% $34.4k 55 9.2 4 53 - 70 Alpha Home - A Waters Community $8.6M $3.9M 45.1% 155717
Hooverwood
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).

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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.

Indianapolis 183 84.2% +21% 5.13 -43% +49% $34.2k 42 5.3 5 127 A+ 13 Hancock Regional Hospital $24.4M $13.4M 55.1% 155001

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hooverwood

Who is the Director of Nursing at Hooverwood?

Becky Nash is the Director of Nursing at Hooverwood.

Who is the owner of Hooverwood?

The legal owner and operator of Hooverwood is Hancock Regional Hospital.

Is Hooverwood in a walkable area?

Hooverwood has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Hooverwood?

According to IN state health department records, Hooverwood's license number is 25-000001-1.

When does Hooverwood's license expire?

According to IN state health department records, Hooverwood's license expires on April 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Hooverwood?

Hooverwood's occupancy is 70%.

Who is the administrator of Hooverwood?

Robert Newcomer is the administrator of Hooverwood.

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