Cycle 1
Health 2025-08-08 · Fire 2025-08-08
11 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)
Merrillville, IN
Brickyard Healthcare - Merrillville Care Center
1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with 11 recent health deficiencies with 2 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
8800 Virginia Place, Merrillville, IN
(219) 736-1310
Overall
1 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
1 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
3 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
164
Certified beds
Average residents
142
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Brickyard Healthcare
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1990-07-06
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.60
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.52
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.20
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.82
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
48%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
43%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.0 |
1.6
0.4 pts worse
|
1.9
0.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.5 |
1.5
About the same
|
1.8
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 97.6% |
93.6%
4 pts better
|
93.4%
4.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 80.9% |
95.4%
14.5 pts worse
|
95.5%
14.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.0% |
3.8%
0.8 pts better
|
3.3%
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 30.2% |
24.6%
5.6 pts worse
|
11.4%
18.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 3.8% |
5.6%
1.8 pts better
|
5.4%
1.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 12.1% |
23.5%
11.4 pts better
|
19.6%
7.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 4.4% |
14.8%
10.4 pts better
|
16.7%
12.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.0%
About the same
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 8.5% |
13.3%
4.8 pts better
|
16.3%
7.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 5.8% |
11.7%
5.9 pts better
|
14.9%
9.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
0.4%
0.4 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
1.2%
1.2 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 34.6% |
24.2%
10.4 pts worse
|
19.8%
14.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 10.8% |
4.1%
6.7 pts worse
|
5.1%
5.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 96.5% |
81.6%
14.9 pts better
|
81.7%
14.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 13.5% |
10.5%
3 pts worse
|
12.0%
1.5 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.8% |
1.3%
1.5 pts worse
|
1.6%
1.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 95.4% |
79.0%
16.4 pts better
|
79.7%
15.7 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 25.9% |
22.4%
3.5 pts worse
|
23.9%
2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-06-14 · Fire 2024-06-14
15 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (8 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (2 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-08-11 · Fire 2023-08-11
12 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (6 deficiencies)
8 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-10-03
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
K927 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Corrected 2025-10-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
K300 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2024-07-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2024-07-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-07-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-07-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-07-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
K927 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Corrected 2024-07-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-22
K354 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Corrected 2024-02-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-22
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-02-23
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2023-09-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
K100 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements.
Corrected 2023-09-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
K222 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2023-09-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2023-09-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-09-21
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-09-21
Inspection history
Recent health citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-15
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2026-02-09
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2025-09-12
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
F921 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2025-09-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
F605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected 2025-09-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2025-09-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2025-09-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2025-09-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2025-09-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2025-09-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2025-09-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-08-08
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-09-12
G · Actual harm
2025-01-03
F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2025-01-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-02
F660 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected 2024-07-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-02
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-08-30
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-07-12
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
F921 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2024-07-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2024-07-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
F685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected 2024-07-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-07-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
F693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected 2024-07-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2024-07-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
F697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2024-07-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2024-07-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-14
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2024-07-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-04
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-03-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-04
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-03-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-02-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-01
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-02-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
F773 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
Corrected 2023-08-30
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-08-11
F791 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected 2023-08-30
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-19
F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2023-06-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-19
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-06-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-05-19
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2023-06-13
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Hendricks County Hospital
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Carpenter-Heard, Jacqueline
Contracted Managing Employee · Individual
Engels, Erin
Corporate Director · Individual
Fenoughty, Deanna
Corporate Officer · Individual
Gentry, Mark
Corporate Director · Individual
Merrillville Operating LLC
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Starkey, Tyler
Corporate Director · Individual
Waite, John
Corporate Director · Individual
Whicker, Timothy
Corporate Director · Individual
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