Nursing Home

Vernon Health & Rehabilitation

Overview of Vernon Health & Rehabilitation
Vernon Health & Rehabilitation is located in Wabash, Indiana. It provides compassionate and exceptional care for children and adults with skilled nursing needs and developmental and intellectual disabilities. The facility offers a supportive and inclusive environment with specialized programs and tailored support services.
(260) 563-8438

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Indiana average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Indiana average: 2.7/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3/5
Indiana average: 2.6/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3/5
Indiana average: 4.0/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 37m per day

This home provides 2% more nursing time per resident than the Indiana average.

Indiana average: 3h 32m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 27m per day 27m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 71

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Indiana average
Occupancy rate 66.2%
Residents per day (avg) 48
Occupancy rate
66.2%
Residents per day (avg)
48

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care Ongoing support needs

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

13% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

3% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

84% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$7.3M
Operating deficit
-$458.6K
Governmental community Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$7,278,937.00
Operating deficit
$-458,568.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.9M
39.4% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.9M
Total costs $7.7M
Bed community size
71-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
66%
In line with Indiana average

Indiana average: 69%

Occupied beds
47 / 71
Average residents 70 per day

License details

Facility type
Nursing Home (skilled Nursing Facility)
Status Active
Issuance May 1, 2025

Additional licensing details

License number: 25-000274-1
CMS Certification Number: 155810

Ownership & operating entity

Vernon Health & Rehabilitation is administrated by MONTI MONTGOMERY.

Profit status: OTHER

Staffing

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

Leadership

Director of Nursing: DORKAS DERRY

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid
Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Fax: (260) 563-8094

Amenities & Lifestyle

ADA-compliant playground
Enclosed outdoor courtyard
Activity Room
Music Therapy Center
Animal Therapy Center
Flatscreen cable television
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Housekeeping and laundry services.

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled & Intermediate Pediatric Care, Respite Care, Music Therapy, Animal Therapy, Community outings, Religious services, Gardening, Music and art, Schooling.
Religious Services
Yes

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Meals are served with well-being in mind, understanding medical conditions while promoting good nutrition.

Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid Medicare

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.

8 visits/inspections

Results

2 with citations

0 without citations

Indiana average: 8 complaint visits

Indiana average: 3 inspections with citations

7 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: 4 complaints

Latest inspection

Date:June 27, 2025
Type:Complaint Investigation

24 total citations

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

Indiana average: 26 citations

24 deficiencies

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

Inspection Report Summary for Vernon Health & Rehabilitation

The most recent inspection on June 27, 2025, found no deficiencies related to the complaint investigated. Earlier inspections showed a mixed pattern, with several investigations substantiated and deficiencies cited primarily in medication management, resident care practices, and documentation of rights and notifications. Inspectors noted issues such as missed medication doses, failure to follow physician orders, inadequate supervision to prevent resident-to-resident abuse, and improper use of restraints. Complaint investigations were often unsubstantiated, though some substantiated complaints led to citations, including medication errors and failure to provide required dental services. The facility appears to have made improvements in recent months, with the latest inspections showing compliance after addressing prior concerns.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 10

Indiana average 6


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 25
Citations per inspection
2.5

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

14 of 25 citations resulted from standard inspections; 10 of 25 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 25 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

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

25 moderate citations More info Indiana average: 23.8

0 minor citations More info Indiana average: 0.4
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 25, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation May 14, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation May 14, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Oct 22, 2024
Corrected

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

166
Total Staff
59
Employees
107
Contractors
22,430
Total Hours (Quarter)
30
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse158.8 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse279.5 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant848.4 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
134 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
8 staff
8.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
9 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
2 staff
11.9hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
1.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services
7 staff
7hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
31.9%
of total hours from contractors
7,148 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 18 Certified Nursing Assistant: 64 Nurse Practitioner: 1 Medication Aide/Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2 Clinical Nurse Specialist: 1 Registered Nurse: 11 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant2064848,56291100%8.4
Licensed Practical Nurse918273,64191100%9.5
Registered Nurse411152,2199099%8.8
Medication Aide/Technician6281,77791100%8.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist5161,1838189%9.1
Other Dietary Services Staff6061,1688391%6.8
Nurse Practitioner1125876470%8.2
Dietitian1015317077%7.6
Speech Language Pathologist0225196673%7.9
Qualified Activities Professional2024653943%11.9
Administrator2024325156%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1014175864%7.2
Physical Therapy Aide0333216470%5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0222564549%5.7
Mental Health Service Worker2022162730%8
Qualified Social Worker022965459%1.6
Physical Therapy Assistant011412123%2

Facility Characteristics

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

Total census
48 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicaid
48 residents (100%)
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. 9.3
16% 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. 12.5
27% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 17.1

Long-stay resident measures
Below average Indiana avg: 4.3 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 19.2%
59% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 12.9%
10% 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 5.4%
78% better 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 2.2%
44% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 3.9%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.9%
35% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 4.4%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.6%
55% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.3%
10% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 5.7%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than Indiana average

Indiana average: 24.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 24.3%
95% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 12.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 87.6%
7% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 93.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.8%
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. 2.12
33% 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. 2.75
86% 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 68.6%
16% worse than Indiana average

Indiana average: 81.7%

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Indiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires level-of-care determination.

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

Age 60+, Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,000/month (varies).

$10,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Age 65+, or blind, or disabled, Indiana resident, in approved facility, low-income or SSI recipient.

~$1,004/month (including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Indiana resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Indiana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Indiana SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Indiana resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Indiana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand statewide.