nursing home in Palmer, AK
Maple Springs of Palmer
12130 East Maple Springs Way, Palmer, AK 99645 · (907) 802-6641
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Maple Springs of Palmer at a glance
Maple Springs of Palmer is a 67-bed for-profit nursing home in Palmer, Alaska (Matanuska-Susitna County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Alaska average of 3.4.
Residents receive about 5.5 hours of nursing care per day (1.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 6.9 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 14, 2026) found 9 health citations. The Alaska average is 9.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $46,594.
Nursing staff turnover is 60.4% per year (state average 50.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 67
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Maple Springs Living
- Medicare-certified since
- May 29, 2020
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Matanuska-Susitna County
- CMS Certification Number
- 025039
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 2 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.54 hrs | 6.88 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.58 hrs | 2.12 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.86 hrs | 4.06 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.91 hrs | 6.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60.4% | 50.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 61.1% | 48.4% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 9 | 9 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 100.3 | 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) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $46,594 | $26,572 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 67 | 41 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 55 | 37 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 82.1% | 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) | 1.2% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 10.1% | 6.9% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.8% | 18.8% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.2% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 3.8% | 1.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 11.2% | 16.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 26.2% | 19.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.3% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.5% | 6.5% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 20.5% | 14.7% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.3% | 20% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.1% | 93.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Alaska avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.9% | 85.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.5% | 80% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 31 health deficiencies and 14 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 14, 2026 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 14, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 14, 2026 Standard | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0553 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 14, 2026 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 14, 2026 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 14, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 14, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 14, 2026 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 14, 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 | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 5, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| August 5, 2025 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Complaint | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 20, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 20, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 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 July 20, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 20, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 3, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Provide emergency officials' contact information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 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 April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 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 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| March 27, 2025 Standard | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2025 |
| January 8, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2024 |
| January 8, 2024 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2024 |
| January 8, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| January 8, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 7, 2024 |
| January 8, 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 January 29, 2024 |
| January 8, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 7, 2024 |
| January 8, 2024 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 15, 2024 |
| January 8, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 15, 2024 |
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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $46,594 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 27, 2025 | Fine | $38,691 |
| February 5, 2024 | Fine | $7,903 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRONSHIELD LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 9% | 03/01/2025 |
| MAPLE SPRINGS OF MATSU HOLDINGS, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 65% | 08/17/2017 |
| MORPHEUS UNIVERSE Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 9% | 03/01/2025 |
| PISTIS MERCURY Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 9% | 03/01/2025 |
| LARMED, LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 8% | 01/01/2019 |
| BRONSHIELD LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| CHRISTENSEN, JESSE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| JACHIMIEC, JESSICA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| LARMED, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| LARSEN, NICHOLAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| MAPLE SPRINGS MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/10/2025 |
| MAPLE SPRINGS OF MATSU HOLDINGS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/17/2017 |
| MORPHEUS UNIVERSE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| PATH ACCOUNTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| PISTIS MERCURY Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| LARSEN, NICHOLAS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| CHRISTENSEN, JESSE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| CHRISTENSEN, JESSE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| JACHIMIEC, JESSICA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2025 |
| MAPLE SPRINGS MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Maple Springs of Palmer's rating?
Maple Springs of Palmer has 2 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 Maple Springs of Palmer receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a Alaska average of 9. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Maple Springs of Palmer 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 Maple Springs of Palmer?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Maple Springs Living. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Maple Springs of Palmer and how do I contact it?
Maple Springs of Palmer is at 12130 East Maple Springs Way, Palmer, AK 99645. Phone: (907) 802-6641.
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.