nursing home in Rochester, IN
Hickory Creek at Rochester
340 E 18th Street, Rochester, IN 46975 · (574) 223-5100
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- 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 Rochester at a glance
Hickory Creek at Rochester is a 36-bed non-profit nursing home in Rochester, Indiana (Fulton 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 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 11, 2025) found 4 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $14,901.
Nursing staff turnover is 55.6% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 36
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- American Senior Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- March 1, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Fulton County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155430
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 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 |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.28 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.14 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.23 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.49 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 75% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 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) | 4 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 41 | 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) | $14,901 | $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 | 36 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 24 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 66.1% | 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) | 3.4% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.1% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 19.4% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| 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) | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 0% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.3% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 70.2% | 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) | 34.6% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.2% | 23.3% | 19% | Worse |
| 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) | 98.9% | 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) | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.7% | 79% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.4% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 21 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 10, 2025 |
| June 11, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 10, 2025 |
| June 11, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 8, 2025 |
| June 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 11, 2025 |
| June 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 10, 2025 |
| June 11, 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 June 27, 2025 |
| June 11, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 27, 2025 |
| June 11, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 27, 2025 |
| June 11, 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 27, 2025 |
| May 7, 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 April 18, 2025 |
| April 15, 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 May 4, 2025 |
| April 15, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 4, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 8, 2024 |
| February 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 February 21, 2025 |
| June 10, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 17, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 17, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 17, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 1, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 18, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 2, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 2, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 18, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 18, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure gas cylinders are properly stored. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0906 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 18, 2024 |
| June 10, 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 June 28, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| June 10, 2024 Standard | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| June 10, 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 June 28, 2024 |
| April 21, 2023 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 29, 2023 |
| April 21, 2023 Fire safety | Develop a communication plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 29, 2023 |
| April 21, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 29, 2023 |
| April 21, 2023 Fire safety | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 29, 2023 |
| April 21, 2023 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 29, 2023 |
| April 21, 2023 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 June 29, 2023 |
| April 21, 2023 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 25, 2023 |
| April 21, 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 May 25, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $14,901 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 6, 2025 | Fine | $14,901 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2025 |
| HANER, ERIKA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2025 |
| KELLER, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2025 |
| MALOTT, GREGG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| MALOTT, GREGG Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| COREY, KATHY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2025 |
| HANER, ERIKA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2025 |
| KELLER, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/27/2024 |
| MALOTT, GREGG Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| PULASKI MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hickory Creek at Rochester's rating?
Hickory Creek at Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Hickory Creek at Rochester 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 Rochester?
It is non profit - corporation 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 Rochester and how do I contact it?
Hickory Creek at Rochester is at 340 E 18th Street, Rochester, IN 46975. Phone: (574) 223-5100.
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.