BRIDGEWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Bridgewater Healthcare Center in Carmel, Indiana has a Trust Grade of B, which indicates it is a good choice for nursing care, suggesting reliability and decent service. It ranks #130 out of 505 facilities in Indiana, placing it in the top half statewide, and #4 out of 17 in Hamilton County, meaning it has a competitive position among local options. Unfortunately, the facility is showing a worsening trend, with issues increasing from 5 in 2024 to 6 in 2025. Staffing ratings are average at 3 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 46%, slightly below the state average, indicating some consistency among staff, although improvements could still be made. Notably, the facility has no fines on record, which is a positive sign, and it provides more RN coverage than average, ensuring that registered nurses are available to catch potential issues. However, there are areas of concern based on recent inspections. For instance, there were several lapses in medication administration for a resident, including failure to monitor antidepressant side effects and vital signs consistently. Additionally, the facility did not adequately follow its antibiotic stewardship program, which is essential for preventing infections. Lastly, the comprehensive care plans for some residents were not properly reviewed or revised by the care team, which could impact the quality of care provided. Overall, while there are positive aspects to consider, potential residents and their families should weigh these concerns carefully.
- Trust Score
- B
- In Indiana
- #130/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 46% 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 37 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Indiana. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 23 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-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 23 deficiencies on record
Jun 2025
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the comprehensive care plan was reviewed, revised, and developed by the interdisciplinary team for 2 of 3 residents reviewed for com...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure blood pressure medications were administered according to the physician's orders for 2 of 4 residents reviewed for quality of care. ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure staff followed the facility policy and procedure for reconciliation of controlled medications for 2 of 3 narcotic recon...
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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 ensure medications were stored in their original containers, were labeled with an open date, and outdated medications were dis...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure food items stored in the unit kitchen refrigerators were dated for 2 of 4 kitchenettes reviewed for food storage. (3000...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
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 ensure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was worn in an Enhanced Barrier Precaution (EBP) room while providing care and wou...
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Jul 2024
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0557
(Tag F0557)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to exercise reasonable care for the protection of a resident's cell phone holder from loss or theft for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for personal ...
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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 interview and record review, the facility failed to have a comprehensive care plan for a resident with congestive heart failure (CHF) for 1 of 4 residents reviewed for care planning. (Residen...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0676
(Tag F0676)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure there was a system in place for communication with a resident who did not speak English as the primary language for 1 o...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the physician was notified when a resident had a weight change in a timely manner for 1 of 4 residents reviewed for nutrition. (Resi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0740
(Tag F0740)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to identify and treat a resident's behavior symptom of hoarding for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for behavioral health. (Resident 70)...
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Dec 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility staff failed to answer a call light for 1 of 1 call light observ...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0691
(Tag F0691)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to check/change a colostomy bag prior to the bag bursting, failed to follow facility protocol when changing and cleaning the resi...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide medications/treatments per the physician's order and failed to document in the Medication and Treatment Record the reason for the o...
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Apr 2023
9 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
PASARR Coordination
(Tag F0644)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASARR) was submitted to request a level II screening for mental illness for 1 of 3 re...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to develop a care plan for a resident with cirrhosis of the liver who was waiting to get on the transplant list and to address the use of a pr...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the catheter bag was positioned below the bladder and the catheter bag was changed for 2 of 2 residents observed for ca...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure weight monitoring was followed as ordered to identify a weight loss at an earlier stage for 2 of 7 residents reviewed for nutrition....
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure oxygen tubing was dated and oxygen was set at the physician prescribed levels for 3 of 3 residents reviewed for oxygen....
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0742
(Tag F0742)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure behavior health notes were available to staff to provide person centered and individualized care approaches which addre...
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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
2. During an observation, on 4/10/23 at 10:10 a.m., Resident 61's room had a very strong bm (bowel movement) odor. There was a dirty brief sitting on the bedside dresser.
The record for Resident 61 w...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
2. The record for Resident C was reviewed on 4/12/22 at 11:25 a.m. Diagnoses included, but were not limited to, hypertension, depressive episodes, cardiac pacemaker, and osteoarthritis.
A Medication A...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Antibiotic Stewardship
(Tag F0881)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to follow an antibiotic stewardship program which included antibiotic use protocols and a system to monitor antibiotic use for 6 of 12 months ...
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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
- • 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.
- • 23 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Bridgewater Healthcare Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BRIDGEWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered 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 Bridgewater Healthcare Center Staffed?
CMS rates BRIDGEWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 46%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%.
What Have Inspectors Found at Bridgewater Healthcare Center?
State health inspectors documented 23 deficiencies at BRIDGEWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 23 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Bridgewater Healthcare Center?
BRIDGEWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER is owned by a government entity. Government-operated facilities are typically run by state, county, or municipal agencies. The facility is operated by COMMUNICARE HEALTH, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 120 certified beds and approximately 103 residents (about 86% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in CARMEL, Indiana.
How Does Bridgewater Healthcare Center Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, BRIDGEWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER's overall rating (4 stars) is above the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (46%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Bridgewater Healthcare Center?
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 Bridgewater Healthcare Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BRIDGEWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER 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 4-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 Bridgewater Healthcare Center Stick Around?
BRIDGEWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 46%, which is about average for Indiana nursing homes (state average: 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 Bridgewater Healthcare Center Ever Fined?
BRIDGEWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER 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 Bridgewater Healthcare Center on Any Federal Watch List?
BRIDGEWATER HEALTHCARE CENTER 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.