nursing home in Fort Wayne, IN
Byron Health Center
1661 Beacon Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46805 · (260) 637-3166
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Byron Health Center at a glance
Byron Health Center is a 120-bed non-profit nursing home in Fort Wayne, Indiana (Allen County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Indiana average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 1.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.1 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 31, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,281.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.3% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- August 2, 1990
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Allen County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155364
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 2 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 1.19 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.10 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.88 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.00 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.3% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 63.8 | 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) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,281 | $8,742 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 100 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83.6% | 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) | 5.6% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.7% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 38.3% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.3% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 26.1% | 11% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.4% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.2% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 25.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| 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) | 28.6% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26% | 23.3% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.5% | 93.6% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 77.1% | 81.8% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 17 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 31, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 15, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 16, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| March 31, 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 June 25, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 17, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 25, 2026 |
| March 31, 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 April 6, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 6, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 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 April 6, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2026 |
| June 18, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected June 19, 2025 |
| May 19, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 4, 2025 |
| May 19, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 4, 2025 |
| May 19, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 19, 2025 |
| May 19, 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 June 19, 2025 |
| May 19, 2025 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 19, 2025 |
| May 19, 2025 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 | Corrected June 19, 2025 |
| May 19, 2025 Standard | 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 June 19, 2025 |
| May 19, 2025 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 June 19, 2025 |
| February 21, 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 March 6, 2025 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| June 13, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| February 19, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,281 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2025 | Fine | $8,281 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROUNTS, LIONEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| BROWN, THERESE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| CLARK, CHARLES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| EAKIN, JOHN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| GUY, AUDRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| KATTMAN, DODD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| LAMBERT, DEBRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| MARTIN, KRISTINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| RECOVERY HEALTH SERVICES, INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| STARCHER, SARAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| HENDRICKS COUNTY HOSPITAL Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| ENGELS, ERIN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/12/2012 |
| FENOUGHTY, DEANNA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2023 |
| GENTRY, MARK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2022 |
| STARKEY, TYLER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| WAITE, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| WHICKER, TIMOTHY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2022 |
| BROUNTS, LIONEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| BROWN, THERESE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| CLARK, CHARLES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| EAKIN, JOHN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| FENOUGHTY, DEANNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2023 |
| GUY, AUDRA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| KATTMAN, DODD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| LAMBERT, DEBRA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| MARTIN, KRISTINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| RECOVERY HEALTH SERVICES, INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| STARCHER, SARAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| ENGELS, ERIN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/12/2012 |
| GENTRY, MARK Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2022 |
| STARKEY, TYLER Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| WAITE, JOHN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2020 |
| WHICKER, TIMOTHY Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/12/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Byron Health Center's rating?
Byron Health Center has 1 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 Byron Health Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Byron Health 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 Byron Health Center?
It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Byron Health Center and how do I contact it?
Byron Health Center is at 1661 Beacon Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46805. Phone: (260) 637-3166.
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.