nursing home in Wrangell, AK
Wrangell Medical Center LTC
232 Wood Street, Wrangell, AK 99929 · (907) 874-7000
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Wrangell Medical Center LTC at a glance
Wrangell Medical Center LTC is a 18-bed non-profit nursing home in Wrangell, Alaska (Wrangell County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Alaska average of 3.4.
Residents receive about 7.9 hours of nursing care per day (2.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 6.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 12, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Alaska average is 9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.2% per year (state average 50.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 18
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1976
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Wrangell County
- CMS Certification Number
- 025015
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 7.91 hrs | 6.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.80 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.11 hrs | 4.06 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 6.59 hrs | 6.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.2% | 50.4% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.4% | 48.4% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 18 | 87 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $26,572 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 18 | 41 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 15 | 37 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 80.6% | 89.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 6.6% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.5% | 6.9% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.5% | 18.8% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 5.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 5.7% | 16.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.4% | 19.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.2% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 6.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 0% | 14.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.8% | 20% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.4% | 93.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2026 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2026 |
| October 25, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 6, 2025 |
| October 25, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 25, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2024 |
| October 25, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 11, 2024 |
| October 25, 2024 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for sheltering. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0022 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 12, 2024 |
| October 25, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 26, 2024 |
| October 25, 2024 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 4, 2024 |
| October 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 21, 2025 |
| October 25, 2024 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 21, 2025 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHEAST ALASKA REGIONAL HEALTH CONSORTIUM Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/01/2018 |
| PRYSUNKA, LYNN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/12/2025 |
| TURNER, KAY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/12/2025 |
| BEAN, LINCOLN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/1984 |
| BENNETT, ANNETTE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/14/2019 |
| BROCK, LAVINA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2004 |
| CADIENTE NELSON, BARBARA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2023 |
| COTTLE, PATRICIA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2009 |
| DURGAN, JUNE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2010 |
| GORDON, JUDEAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2016 |
| HILL, JANICE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/19/2021 |
| HUGHES, LILY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/19/2023 |
| JACK, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2012 |
| NIX, MARVELL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2022 |
| SILVA, HARRIET Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2004 |
| SMITH, DOROTHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| STRONG, KIMBERLY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2010 |
| WIDMARK, LAWRENCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2017 |
| BROCK, LAVINA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2004 |
| CLEMENT, CHARLES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/06/2012 |
| HARRIS, DANIEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/15/2017 |
| SILVA, HARRIET Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2004 |
| STRONG, KIMBERLY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2010 |
| CARROLL, EMILY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/16/2019 |
| CARTER, MEGAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | NO DATE PROVIDED |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wrangell Medical Center LTC's rating?
Wrangell Medical Center LTC has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Alaska nursing homes is 3.4 stars.
How many inspection citations did Wrangell Medical Center LTC receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Alaska average of 9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Wrangell Medical Center LTC accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Wrangell Medical Center LTC?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Wrangell Medical Center LTC and how do I contact it?
Wrangell Medical Center LTC is at 232 Wood Street, Wrangell, AK 99929. Phone: (907) 874-7000.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.