nursing home in Winamac, IN
Hickory Creek at Winamac
515 E 13th St, Winamac, IN 46996 · (574) 946-6143
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- 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 Winamac at a glance
Hickory Creek at Winamac is a 36-bed government nursing home in Winamac, Indiana (Pulaski 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 (November 21, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 21.7% 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
- April 1, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Pulaski County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155436
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3.29 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.70 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.08 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.96 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 21.7% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 20% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 5 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 34 | 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) | 3.1% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.3% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 3% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.2% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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) | 8.6% | 11% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.4% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.8% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.5% | 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) | 21.2% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.2% | 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) | 99% | 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 pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 21, 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 January 31, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2026 |
| November 21, 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 January 10, 2026 |
| November 21, 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 January 10, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2026 |
| November 21, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2026 |
| September 6, 2024 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 23, 2024 |
| September 6, 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 October 4, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 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 October 4, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 4, 2024 |
| October 6, 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 19, 2023 |
| October 6, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 19, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KELLER, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2025 |
| KING, LAUREN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2025 |
| MALOTT, GREGG Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| CAMPBELL, ANDREA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2026 |
| KELLER, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2024 |
| KING, LAUREN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/06/2025 |
| PULASKI MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hickory Creek at Winamac's rating?
Hickory Creek at Winamac 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 Winamac receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hickory Creek at Winamac 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 Winamac?
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 Winamac and how do I contact it?
Hickory Creek at Winamac is at 515 E 13th St, Winamac, IN 46996. Phone: (574) 946-6143.
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.