SAGE BLUFF HEALTH & REHAB CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center has received a Trust Grade of C+, indicating it has a decent reputation that is slightly above average but not exceptional. It ranks #286 out of 505 facilities in Indiana, placing it in the bottom half statewide, and #21 out of 29 in Allen County, meaning there are only a few better options in the local area. The facility is improving, with reported issues decreasing from 9 in 2024 to 3 in 2025. However, staffing is a concern, with a low rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a high turnover rate of 69%, significantly above the state average of 47%. On a positive note, there have been no fines recorded, which is a good sign of compliance. The facility has average RN coverage, which is important as registered nurses can catch potential issues that might be missed by other staff. Some concerning incidents were noted, such as a resident making loud noises without staff intervention and a situation where a resident fell after returning from an appointment, raising concerns about the adequacy of supervision. Additionally, another resident reported feeling intimidated by a staff member. Overall, while there are strengths, particularly in compliance, the high turnover and specific incidents indicate areas that need improvement.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In Indiana
- #286/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 69% 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 41 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Indiana. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 19 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
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 average (3.1)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
23pts above Indiana avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
21 points above Indiana average of 48%
The Ugly 19 deficiencies on record
May 2025
1 deficiency
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
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure fall interventions were followed for 1 of 4 residents reviewed (Resident B).
Findings include:
An incident report, dated 5/7/25, wa...
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Mar 2025
2 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
Deficiency F0675
(Tag F0675)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure 1 of 3 residents reviewed were free from condescending remarks. (Resident C)
Findings include:
A review of an investigation, dated 3/...
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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
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure wound care was provided to 1 of 3 residents reviewed. (Resident D)
Findings include:
Resident D's record was reviewed on 03/24/2025 a...
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Nov 2024
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to report elopement in a timely manner for 1 of 1 residents reviewed. (Resident 199)
Findings include:
Resident 199's record was reviewed on 11...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0697
(Tag F0697)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure non-pharmacological interventions were attempted before administering (PRN) as needed pain medication for 1 of 2 residents reviewed ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure communication with dialysis center for 1 of 2 patients reviewed. (Resident 30)
Findings include:
A record review for Resident 30 beg...
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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 manage behaviors for 1 of 8 residents reviewed. (Resident 40).
Findings include:
During an observation, on November 1, 2024, a...
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Jul 2024
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
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to protect a resident's right to be free from physical abuse by staff for 1 of 3 residents reviewed (Resident Q).
The deficient p...
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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
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to report timely, physical abuse of 1 of 3 residents reviewed for abuse reporting (Resident Q).
The deficient practice was corrected on 7/11/2...
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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 F0699
(Tag F0699)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure triggers were identified and resident specific approaches implemented in providing trauma informed care for 1 of 1 residents reviewe...
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Jan 2024
2 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
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure a fall assessment was completed after a witnessed fall for 1 ...
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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 F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure meal consumption percentages were documented for 3 of 3 residents reviewed (Resident D, Resident E, Resident F) and monthly weights w...
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Dec 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure the daily report of nursing staff directly responsible for resident care was accurately posted during 2of 3 observations.
Findings in...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0743
(Tag F0743)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to implement person centered interventions to prevent intrusive behaviors for 1 of 7 residents reviewed. Resident 147
Findings in...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
(Tag F0725)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview the facility failed to schedule staff adequately to prevent intrusive behavior affecting 7 of 22 residents reviewed. (Resident 147, Resident 6, Resid...
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Feb 2023
1 deficiency
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
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
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 failed to ensure the door alarm sounded loud enough to be heard i...
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Jan 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure ongoing communication and collaboration with the dialysis facility regarding dialysis care and services for 1 of 2 residents reviewe...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure medication prescribed had appropriate diagnoses identified for 2 of 5 residents reviewed. (Resident 39 and Resident 142).
Findings in...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0865
(Tag F0865)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a process was in place to identify and correct quality deficiencies for 1 of 1 review.
Findings include:
A QAPI (Quality Assurance ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "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.
- • 19 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
- • 69% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns SAGE BLUFF HEALTH & REHAB CENTER an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Indiana, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.
How is Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center Staffed?
CMS rates SAGE BLUFF HEALTH & REHAB CENTER's staffing level at 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 69%, which is 23 percentage points above the Indiana average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 82%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center?
State health inspectors documented 19 deficiencies at SAGE BLUFF HEALTH & REHAB CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 19 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center?
SAGE BLUFF HEALTH & REHAB CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by SABER HEALTHCARE GROUP, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 84 certified beds and approximately 47 residents (about 56% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in FORT WAYNE, Indiana.
How Does Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, SAGE BLUFF HEALTH & REHAB CENTER's overall rating (3 stars) is below the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (69%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "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?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, SAGE BLUFF HEALTH & REHAB 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 3-star overall rating and ranks #100 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 Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center Stick Around?
Staff turnover at SAGE BLUFF HEALTH & REHAB CENTER is high. At 69%, the facility is 23 percentage points above the Indiana average of 46%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 82%. RNs handle complex medical decisions and coordinate care — frequent RN changes can directly impact care quality. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center Ever Fined?
SAGE BLUFF HEALTH & REHAB 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 Sage Bluff Health & Rehab Center on Any Federal Watch List?
SAGE BLUFF HEALTH & REHAB 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.