Cycle 1
Health 2025-03-06 · Fire 2025-03-06
8 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nursing and Physician Services (3 deficiencies)
3 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Valdez, AK
Providence Valdez Medical Center
4-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with 8 recent health deficiencies with 3 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
911 Meals Avenue, Valdez, AK
(907) 834-1825
Overall
4 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
2 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
10
Certified beds
Average residents
9
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Government
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
2005-10-03
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
3.49
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.00
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
5.09
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
7.55
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
33%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
50%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
93.8%
6.2 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.0% |
3.0%
3 pts better
|
3.3%
3.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.0% |
5.3%
5.3 pts better
|
11.4%
11.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 0.0% |
4.9%
4.9 pts better
|
5.4%
5.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 21.2% |
14.3%
6.9 pts worse
|
19.6%
1.6 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 13.3% |
18.4%
5.1 pts better
|
16.7%
3.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 27.6% |
16.3%
11.3 pts worse
|
14.9%
12.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 3.0% |
3.5%
0.5 pts better
|
1.7%
1.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 12.2% |
19.9%
7.7 pts better
|
19.8%
7.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.7% |
7.8%
4.1 pts better
|
5.1%
1.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2023-12-01 · Fire 2023-12-01
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (2 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Egress (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2022-11-14 · Fire 2022-11-14
2 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (1 deficiency)
13 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (6 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-06
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2025-05-12
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-06
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-03-13
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-06
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2025-03-12
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-01
K300 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2024-01-26
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-01
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-01-26
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K223 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K300 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K342 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K351 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-01-01
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2023-01-01
Inspection history
Recent health citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-06
F712 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected 2025-04-22
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-06
F841 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.
Corrected 2025-03-31
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-06
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected 2025-03-20
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-06
F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2025-03-27
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-06
F887 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected 2025-03-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-06
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 2025-03-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-03-06
F806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected 2025-03-26
C · Minimal harm
2025-03-06
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2025-05-31
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-01
F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2023-12-31
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-01
F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected 2023-12-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-01
F636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected 2023-12-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-01
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 2023-12-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-01
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 2023-12-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-01
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2023-12-31
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
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 2022-12-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2022-11-14
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 2022-12-21
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Anderson, Donald
Corporate Officer · Individual
Blair, Richard
Corporate Director · Individual
City Of Valdez
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Crawford, Isiaah
Corporate Director · Individual
Doucet, Pauline
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Douglas, John
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Hejna, Diane
Corporate Director · Individual
Hoffman, Gregory
Corporate Officer · Individual
Hughes, Phyllis
Corporate Director · Individual
Kingston, Mary Beth
Corporate Director · Individual
Lyons, Mary
Corporate Director · Individual
Markham, Donna
Corporate Director · Individual
Martin, James
Corporate Officer · Individual
Miller, Amy
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Murphy, Michael
Corporate Director · Individual
Newsom, Anna
Corporate Officer · Individual
O'quinn, Marvin
Corporate Director · Individual
Pacini, Carol
Corporate Director · Individual
Providence Health & Services
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Providence Health & Services - Washington
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Providence St. Joseph Health
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Sorenson, Charles
Corporate Director · Individual
Sprunk, Eric
Corporate Director · Individual
Tiura, Melanee
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Todd, Kathleen
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Wexler, Erik
Corporate Officer · Individual
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