Cycle 1
Health 2026-01-12 · Fire 2026-01-12
12 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (7 deficiencies)
11 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Portage, IN
Brickyard Healthcare - Portage Care Center
3-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with 12 recent health deficiencies with 11 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
3175 Lancer St, Portage, IN
(219) 762-9571
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
186
Certified beds
Average residents
149
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Brickyard Healthcare
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1979-07-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.58
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.60
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.29
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
2.98
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
41%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
50%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.5 |
1.6
0.9 pts worse
|
1.9
0.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.9 |
1.5
0.4 pts worse
|
1.8
0.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 94.3% |
93.6%
0.7 pts better
|
93.4%
0.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 78.0% |
95.4%
17.4 pts worse
|
95.5%
17.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 2.3% |
3.8%
1.5 pts better
|
3.3%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 32.5% |
24.6%
7.9 pts worse
|
11.4%
21.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 10.4% |
5.6%
4.8 pts worse
|
5.4%
5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 15.9% |
23.5%
7.6 pts better
|
19.6%
3.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 7.2% |
14.8%
7.6 pts better
|
16.7%
9.5 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 | 15.6% |
13.3%
2.3 pts worse
|
16.3%
0.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 12.1% |
11.7%
0.4 pts worse
|
14.9%
2.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.6% |
0.4%
0.2 pts worse
|
1.0%
0.4 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 | 22.9% |
24.2%
1.3 pts better
|
19.8%
3.1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 4.3% |
4.1%
0.2 pts worse
|
5.1%
0.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 90.7% |
81.6%
9.1 pts better
|
81.7%
9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 7.3% |
10.5%
3.2 pts better
|
12.0%
4.7 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.1% |
1.3%
0.2 pts better
|
1.6%
0.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 87.5% |
79.0%
8.5 pts better
|
79.7%
7.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 24.9% |
22.4%
2.5 pts worse
|
23.9%
1 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-08-23 · Fire 2024-08-23
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-09-22 · Fire 2023-09-22
13 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (8 deficiencies)
6 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Not marked corrected
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Not marked corrected
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
K341 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Not marked corrected
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Not marked corrected
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
K500 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Not marked corrected
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
K761 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Not marked corrected
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Not marked corrected
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
K281 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Not marked corrected
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Not marked corrected
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Not marked corrected
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Not marked corrected
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-23
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-10-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-23
K927 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Corrected 2024-10-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-23
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2024-10-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
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 2023-11-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2023-11-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2023-12-07
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2023-11-28
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-11-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-11-28
Inspection history
Recent health citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
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 2026-02-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2026-02-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
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 2026-02-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2026-02-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
F685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected 2026-02-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
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 2026-02-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
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 2026-02-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
F694 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2026-02-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2026-02-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
F745 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected 2026-02-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2026-01-12
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2026-02-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-10-30
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 2025-11-28
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-23
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-23
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2024-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-23
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 2024-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-23
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 2024-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-23
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2024-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-23
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-09-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-18
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 2024-02-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-01-18
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-02-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
F554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected 2023-10-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
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 2023-10-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected 2023-10-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
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 2023-10-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2023-10-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
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 2023-10-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2023-10-24
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
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 2023-10-24
G · Actual harm
2023-07-19
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 2023-07-12
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-19
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2023-08-16
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-19
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 2023-08-16
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
Fountainview Portage Operating LLC
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Gentry, Mark
Corporate Director · Individual
Starkey, Tyler
Corporate Director · Individual
Waite, John
Corporate Director · Individual
Whicker, Timothy
Corporate Director · Individual
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