nursing home in Portage, IN
Brickyard Healthcare - Portage Care Center
3175 Lancer St, Portage, IN 46368 · (219) 762-9571
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Brickyard Healthcare - Portage Care Center at a glance
Brickyard Healthcare - Portage Care Center is a 186-bed for-profit nursing home in Portage, Indiana (Porter County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Indiana average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 12, 2026) found 13 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.4% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 186
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Brickyard Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1979
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Porter County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155187
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.38 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.50 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.30 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.93 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.4% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.9% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 13 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 4 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 62 | 49.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $8,742 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 186 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 161 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.6% | 76.2% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 3.3% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.1% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.6% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12% | 11% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.1% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.1% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 39.8% | 25.2% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 15.6% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24% | 23.3% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 78% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.1% | 93.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 87.5% | 79% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 92.5% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 29 health deficiencies and 20 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 29, 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 August 3, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0500 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 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 February 23, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 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 February 23, 2026 |
| January 12, 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 | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Standard | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Complaint | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 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 February 23, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 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 February 23, 2026 |
| January 12, 2026 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| October 30, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2025 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0927 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 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 September 18, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 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 September 18, 2024 |
| January 18, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 16, 2024 |
| January 18, 2024 Complaint | 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 February 16, 2024 |
| September 22, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 7, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2023 |
| September 22, 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 |
| September 22, 2023 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARPENTER-HEARD, JACQUELINE Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2022 |
| ENGELS, ERIN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2014 |
| GENTRY, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2022 |
| STARKEY, TYLER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| WAITE, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| WHICKER, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2022 |
| FENOUGHTY, DEANNA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2023 |
| FOUNTAINVIEW PORTAGE OPERATING LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2012 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Brickyard Healthcare - Portage Care Center's rating?
Brickyard Healthcare - Portage Care Center has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Indiana nursing homes is 3.1 stars.
How many inspection citations did Brickyard Healthcare - Portage Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 13 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Brickyard Healthcare - Portage Care Center 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 Brickyard Healthcare - Portage Care Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Brickyard Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Brickyard Healthcare - Portage Care Center and how do I contact it?
Brickyard Healthcare - Portage Care Center is at 3175 Lancer St, Portage, IN 46368. Phone: (219) 762-9571.
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.