nursing home in Columbus, IN
Hickory Creek at Columbus
5480 E 25th Street, Columbus, IN 47203 · (812) 372-6136
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Hickory Creek at Columbus at a glance
Hickory Creek at Columbus is a 36-bed government nursing home in Columbus, Indiana (Bartholomew County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Indiana average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 12, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 38.7% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 36
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- American Senior Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Bartholomew County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155424
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 5 / 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) | 3.35 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.72 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.97 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.05 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.7% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 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) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 12 | 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 | 36 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 28 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 78.6% | 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) | 3.2% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.5% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.8% | 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) | 1.5% | 11% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 2.8% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.9% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 13.1% | 25.2% | 12.8% | Average |
| 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) | 38.5% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 14.5% | 23.3% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.6% | 93.6% | Better |
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% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.1% | 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 8 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 12, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 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 December 19, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper storage of liquid oxygen. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0930 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 19, 2025 |
| September 12, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 2025 |
| September 12, 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 September 29, 2025 |
| September 12, 2025 Standard | 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 September 29, 2025 |
| August 29, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 27, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 27, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 27, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 Standard | 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 September 21, 2024 |
| August 29, 2024 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 September 21, 2024 |
| January 16, 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 3, 2024 |
| June 12, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0300 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2023 |
| June 12, 2023 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2023 |
| June 12, 2023 Fire safety | Develop a communication plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2023 |
| June 12, 2023 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2023 |
| June 12, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2023 |
| June 12, 2023 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2023 |
| June 12, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2023 |
| June 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2023 |
| June 12, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2023 |
| June 12, 2023 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 July 7, 2023 |
| June 12, 2023 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 July 7, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HENRY COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 08/01/2013 |
| AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/19/2025 |
| DICE, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| HENRY COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/07/2025 |
| MORIO-HALE, SABRINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/13/2025 |
| MUSTAKLEM, MARWAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/19/2025 |
| SHANE, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| VAN CAMP, STEVEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| RING, BRIAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2022 |
| CHIES, STEVEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| DYNES, SHELDON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| JACKSON, BLAKE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| JACKSON, ETHAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| JACKSON, MARK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| JACKSON, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/14/2024 |
| JACKSON, WESSLEY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| JUSTICE, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| KELSEY, DONNA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/18/2024 |
| PIDGEON, JOHN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| SHORE, MARION Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| STITLE, STEPHEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| WARE, DEBORAH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2021 |
| WRIGHT, THERESSA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/21/2021 |
| AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| BOWLING, KIMBERLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/20/2026 |
| DICE, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| MORIO-HALE, SABRINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/08/2025 |
| MUSTAKLEM, MARWAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/22/2021 |
| RING, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2022 |
| SHANE, ANDREW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| VAN CAMP, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| DYNES, SHELDON Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| PIDGEON, JOHN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| SHORE, MARION Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| WARE, DEBORAH Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2021 |
Other nursing homes near Hickory Creek at Columbus
Four Seasons Retirement Center
1901 Taylor Rd, Columbus, IN 47203 · under 1 mi
Non-profit · 30 beds · Part of Bhi Senior Living
- CMS high performer
★★★★★5Much above averageWillow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center
3550 Central Ave, Columbus, IN 47203 · 2.5 mi
Government · 112 beds
- Abuse citation
★★★★★2Below averageSilver Oaks Health Campus
2011 Chapa Street, Columbus, IN 47203 · 2.7 mi
For-profit · 80 beds · Part of Trilogy Health Services
★★★★★4Above averageMiller's Merry Manor
7440 N County Road 825 E, Hope, IN 47246 · 6.7 mi
For-profit · 75 beds · Part of Miller's Merry Manor
★★★★★3AverageBelmont Health & Rehabilitation, the
540 Belmont Drive, Columbus, IN 47201 · 7.5 mi
Government · 180 beds
★★★★★2Below averageSeymour Crossing
707 S Jackson Park Dr, Seymour, IN 47274 · 18.6 mi
Government · 115 beds · Part of American Senior Communities
★★★★★5Much above average
Frequently asked questions
What is Hickory Creek at Columbus's rating?
Hickory Creek at Columbus has 4 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 Hickory Creek at Columbus receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hickory Creek at Columbus 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 Hickory Creek at Columbus?
It is government - county and part of American Senior Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hickory Creek at Columbus and how do I contact it?
Hickory Creek at Columbus is at 5480 E 25th Street, Columbus, IN 47203. Phone: (812) 372-6136.
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.