ST MARY HEALTHCARE CENTER
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
St. Mary Healthcare Center in Lafayette, Indiana, has received a Trust Grade of C+, indicating it is slightly above average but not exceptional in quality. It ranks #294 out of 505 facilities in Indiana, placing it in the bottom half, and #9 out of 11 in Tippecanoe County, suggesting limited better options nearby. The facility is improving, with a decrease in issues from 9 in 2024 to 8 in 2025. Staffing is a positive aspect, with a turnover rate of 35%, lower than the state average, indicating that staff are likely to have strong familiarity with residents. While there have been no fines, some areas of concern include failure to ensure proper meal service and delays in administering medications, which could impact resident care and dignity.
- Trust Score
- C+
- In Indiana
- #294/505
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 35% turnover. Near Indiana's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Indiana facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 38 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Indiana. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 26 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
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Staff turnover below average (35%)
13 points below Indiana average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Indiana average (3.1)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
11pts below Indiana avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 26 deficiencies on record
Aug 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
Deficiency F0628
(Tag F0628)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's discharge paperwork provided to the receiving facility was accurate for 1 of 3 residents reviewed for discharge. (Resid...
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May 2025
7 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a do not resuscitate (DNR) order was updated when received for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for advanced directives. (Resident 21) The d...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0582
(Tag F0582)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the residents were issued SNF ABN's (Skilled Nursing Facility Advance Beneficiary Notice of Non-coverage) for 2 of 3 residents revie...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment was correctly coded for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for resident assessments. (Resident 49)
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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 vital signs and neurological assessments were documented for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for assessments. (Resident 70) The deficient p...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident's diagnoses in the medical record were accurate and correct for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for documentation. (Residents 49...
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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 interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure the policy and procedure related to administering two (2) step Mantoux skin tests for tuberculosis were followed for 4 of 5 employee...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure residents were served their meals together, staff were seated while eating with the residents, and a resident was able ...
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Nov 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
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident received medications per the physician's order for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for quality of care. (Resident H) This defici...
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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 observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure medications were documented as given, medications were disposed of properly, narcotic medication logbooks reflected the...
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Apr 2024
7 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 include a seizure disorder diagnosis or monitoring for seizure medication side effects in the care plan for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for co...
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CONCERN
(D)
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 post fall interventions were evaluated for effectiveness and a rationale was documented prior to removing the interventions from the...
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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 a resident on a fluid restriction was monitored for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for a fluid restriction related to dialysis. (Resident ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0757
(Tag F0757)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to include monitoring for seizure medication side effects and seizure activity and to review a resident's history for 1 of 5 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 the assessments for side effects for antipsychotic medications were completed timely for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for unnecessary m...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0921)
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 facility was free of strong odors, the wall...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to administer medications within the ordered time frame, assess and accurately document a resident's dental status and communicat...
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Oct 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
Deficiency F0602
(Tag F0602)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to protect a resident from misappropriation of medication when a medication card for narcotics (30 tablets) was discovered to be missing from ...
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Feb 2023
8 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
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 observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide a clean technique while performing a dressing change for 1 of 1 resident reviewed for pressure ulcers. (Resident 20)
F...
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CONCERN
(D)
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 identify appropriate post fall interventions for a resident with dementia for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for falls. (Resident 59)
Finding i...
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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 date the oxygen tubing for 2 of 2 residents reviewed for respiratory care. (Residents 5 and 10)
Findings include:
1. The recor...
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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
2. During an observation, on 2/6/23 at 4:24 p.m., Resident 6 indicated he was in a lot of pain and had a wound on his left foot. The dressing had not been changed in a long time and he wanted somethin...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0744
(Tag F0744)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident with dementia had cognitively stimulating activities while in transmission-based precautions for 1 of 4 resi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to prepare pureed foods according to the recipes in the kitchen for 2 of 2 residents who were ordered a pureed diet. (Resident 16...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0921)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the bathrooms on the 200 and 300 halls were fre...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
4. The record for Resident 38 was reviewed on 02/13/23 at 12:58 p.m. Diagnoses included, but were not limited to, depression, dementia with behavioral disturbance, and anxiety disorder.
During an obse...
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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.
- • 35% turnover. Below Indiana's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 26 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is St Mary Healthcare Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns ST MARY HEALTHCARE 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 St Mary Healthcare Center Staffed?
CMS rates ST MARY HEALTHCARE CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 35%, compared to the Indiana average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at St Mary Healthcare Center?
State health inspectors documented 26 deficiencies at ST MARY HEALTHCARE CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 26 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates St Mary Healthcare Center?
ST MARY HEALTHCARE 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 TRILOGY HEALTH SERVICES, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 79 certified beds and approximately 62 residents (about 78% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in LAFAYETTE, Indiana.
How Does St Mary Healthcare Center Compare to Other Indiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Indiana, ST MARY HEALTHCARE CENTER's overall rating (3 stars) is below the state average of 3.1, staff turnover (35%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting St Mary 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 St Mary Healthcare Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, ST MARY 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 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 St Mary Healthcare Center Stick Around?
ST MARY HEALTHCARE CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 35%, 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 St Mary Healthcare Center Ever Fined?
ST MARY 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 St Mary Healthcare Center on Any Federal Watch List?
ST MARY 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.