nursing home in Anchorage, AK
Polaris Transitional Care
910 Compassion Circle, Anchorage, AK 99504 · (907) 212-9200
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Polaris Transitional Care at a glance
Polaris Transitional Care is a 50-bed for-profit nursing home in Anchorage, Alaska (Anchorage County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Alaska average of 3.4.
Residents receive about 5 hours of nursing care per day (2.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 6.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 21, 2025) found 10 health citations. The Alaska average is 9.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 66% per year (state average 50.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 50
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1983
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Anchorage County
- CMS Certification Number
- 025018
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 3 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 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) | 4.97 hrs | 6.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.30 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.31 hrs | 4.06 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.20 hrs | 6.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66% | 50.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 53.3% | 48.4% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 10 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 87.3 | 87 | 80.6 | Worse |
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 | 50 | 41 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 46 | 37 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.6% | 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) | 2.4% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 8.9% | 6.9% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.2% | 18.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 18.2% | 16.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.7% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 12.9% | 6.5% | 12.8% | Average |
| 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) | 24% | 14.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 29.4% | 20% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 82.4% | 96% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 68.2% | 93.3% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 0.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 73% | 85.5% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 71.5% | 80% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 22 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 26, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 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 January 9, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 20, 2025 |
| November 21, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| July 29, 2025 Complaint | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 12, 2025 |
| July 29, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 12, 2025 |
| November 1, 2024 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0300 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 1, 2024 |
| November 1, 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 December 21, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 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 December 21, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 21, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0568 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 21, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 21, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 21, 2024 |
| October 17, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| October 17, 2023 Complaint | 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2023 |
| September 1, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 27, 2023 |
| September 1, 2023 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2023 |
| September 1, 2023 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HANCOX, NEIL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/11/2025 |
| TIEVA, DANIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| WILLITS, ADAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2024 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2024 |
| CULLIFER, JARED Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2024 |
| WILLITS, ADAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2024 |
| TIEVA, DANIEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| HANCOX, NEIL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Polaris Transitional Care's rating?
Polaris Transitional Care has 3 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 Polaris Transitional Care receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 10 citations, compared with a Alaska average of 9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Polaris Transitional Care 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 Polaris Transitional Care?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Polaris Transitional Care and how do I contact it?
Polaris Transitional Care is at 910 Compassion Circle, Anchorage, AK 99504. Phone: (907) 212-9200.
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.