nursing home in Bedford, IN
Core of Bedford
514 E 16th St, Bedford, IN 47421 · (812) 279-2001
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Core of Bedford at a glance
Core of Bedford is a 37-bed non-profit nursing home in Bedford, Indiana (Lawrence 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 2.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 19, 2026) found 4 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 54.8% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 37
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Major Hospital
- Medicare-certified since
- September 1, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lawrence County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155388
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 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) | 2.75 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.36 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.71 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.53 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 54.8% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 4 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 38 | 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 | 37 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 33 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89.2% | 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) | 0.8% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.9% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.9% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 4.8% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 4.5% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 18.4% | 11% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 19.4% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.2% | 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) | 43.4% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.7% | 23.3% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.9% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.1% | 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) | 84.6% | 81.8% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 24 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0034 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 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 April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0300 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0018 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 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, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Establish methods for sharing information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0033 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| March 19, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 10, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | No revisit needed |
| October 24, 2025 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 7, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 21, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 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 March 21, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0753 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 4, 2025 |
| February 20, 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 March 14, 2025 |
| February 20, 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 March 14, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 20, 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 March 14, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 17, 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 January 31, 2025 |
| April 26, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 31, 2024 |
| April 26, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 26, 2024 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 26, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 12, 2024 |
| April 26, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 26, 2024 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2020 |
| BRAZZELL, CHARLES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2002 |
| CLAXTON, RYAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2025 |
| CORE AND ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2013 |
| CORE OF BEDFORD INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2025 |
| FIRST HARRISON BANK Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2000 |
| HSC MEDICAL BILLING & CONSULTING LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2000 |
| JORDAN, SUSAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2015 |
| NEESE, KEVIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/04/2024 |
| RD DINING Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| WHEELER, WHITNEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/28/2023 |
| WILLIAMS BROS HEALTH CARE PHARMACY INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2008 |
| CLAXTON, RYAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2025 |
| WHEELER, WHITNEY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/28/2023 |
| HORTON, FRANCES Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/06/2025 |
| BRAZZELL, CHARLES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2002 |
| CLAXTON, RYAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2025 |
| CORE OF BEDFORD INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2013 |
| JORDAN, SUSAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/23/2015 |
| NEESE, KEVIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/04/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Core of Bedford's rating?
Core of Bedford 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 Core of Bedford receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Core of Bedford 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 Core of Bedford?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Major Hospital. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Core of Bedford and how do I contact it?
Core of Bedford is at 514 E 16th St, Bedford, IN 47421. Phone: (812) 279-2001.
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.