WHITE RIVER LODGE
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
White River Lodge in Bedford, Indiana, has received a Trust Grade of A, indicating it is an excellent facility that comes highly recommended. It ranks #110 out of 505 nursing homes in Indiana, placing it in the top half of facilities statewide, and #3 out of 6 in Lawrence County, meaning only two local options are better. The facility is improving, having reduced issues from three in 2023 to two in 2025. Staffing is rated average with a turnover rate of 52%, which is close to the state average of 47%. Notably, there are no fines recorded, which is a positive sign. However, there have been some concerning incidents, such as medications not being properly labeled and infection control practices not being followed for a resident with a urinary catheter, which posed a risk of infection. Additionally, a resident was not properly notified in writing about a hospital transfer, which could lead to confusion about their care. Overall, while White River Lodge has strengths in its excellent trust grade and lack of fines, families should be aware of these issues that need attention.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Indiana
- #110/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 52% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 34 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Indiana. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Indiana avg (46%)
Higher turnover may affect care consistency
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 5 deficiencies on record
Jun 2025
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to label and discard medications for 1 of 1 medication rooms observed. (Resident 24, Resident 12, Resident 13)
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to implement infection control practices for 1 of 2 residents reviewed for urinary catheters. The urinary catheter tubing and dr...
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Apr 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Transfer Notice
(Tag F0623)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the written notification required for facility-initiated transfers was given to the resident or the resident representative for 1 of...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0625
(Tag F0625)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the notification of the bed hold policy required for residents who transferred to the hospital was provided for 1 of 1 resident revi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's weight was monitored as ordered by the physician's plan of care for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for nutriti...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (90/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Indiana.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- • Only 5 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is White River Lodge's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WHITE RIVER LODGE an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Indiana, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is White River Lodge Staffed?
CMS rates WHITE RIVER LODGE's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 52%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at White River Lodge?
State health inspectors documented 5 deficiencies at WHITE RIVER LODGE during 2023 to 2025. These included: 5 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates White River Lodge?
WHITE RIVER LODGE is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility is operated by REAL PROPERTY HEALTH FACILITIES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 74 certified beds and approximately 40 residents (about 54% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in BEDFORD, Indiana.
How Does White River Lodge Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, WHITE RIVER LODGE's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (52%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting White River Lodge?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is White River Lodge Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WHITE RIVER LODGE has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Indiana. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at White River Lodge Stick Around?
WHITE RIVER LODGE has a staff turnover rate of 52%, which is 6 percentage points above the Indiana average of 46%. Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was White River Lodge Ever Fined?
WHITE RIVER LODGE has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is White River Lodge on Any Federal Watch List?
WHITE RIVER LODGE is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.