nursing home in Columbus, IN

Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center

3550 Central Ave, Columbus, IN 47203 · (812) 379-9669

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★2
  • Quality measures★★★★★2
  • Abuse citation

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center at a glance

Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center is a 112-bed government nursing home in Columbus, Indiana (Bartholomew 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 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (March 11, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 48.4% per year (state average 45.9%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
Government - County
Beds
112
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
June 30, 1994
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Bartholomew County
CMS Certification Number
155535

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.1 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.5 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)2 / 54.3 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)2 / 53.8 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility3.46 hrsIndiana average3.69 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.46 hrs3.69 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.57 hrs0.67 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.32 hrs2.24 hrs2.32 hrsAverage
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.69 hrs3.25 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)48.4%45.9%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)42.9%40.3%42.9%Average
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility7Indiana average7U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)779Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)223Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)4849.280.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Indiana average0U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)001Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$8,742$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)001Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds11296107
Average residents per day1027386
Occupancy91.3%76.2%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility5.5%Indiana average3.9%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)5.5%3.9%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)1.2%3.6%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)18.5%13.6%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.3%1.1%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.3%0.4%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)27.4%11%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)21.6%11.9%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)5.6%5.5%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)84.3%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)37.6%23.5%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)23.9%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)100%93.6%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility1.3%Indiana average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Indiana and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIndiana avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)1.3%1.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)97.7%79%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%81.8%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 17 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
March 11, 2026
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 14, 2026
March 11, 2026
Fire safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 14, 2026
March 11, 2026
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 14, 2026
March 11, 2026
Fire safety
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 14, 2026
March 11, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 14, 2026
March 11, 2026
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 April 14, 2026
March 11, 2026
Fire safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected April 14, 2026
March 11, 2026
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 23, 2026
March 11, 2026
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 23, 2026
March 11, 2026
Standard
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 23, 2026
March 11, 2026
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 23, 2026
March 11, 2026
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 March 23, 2026
February 19, 2026
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Past Non-Compliance
February 19, 2026
Complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 23, 2026
February 18, 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 March 21, 2025
February 18, 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 March 21, 2025
February 18, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 21, 2025
February 18, 2025
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 21, 2025
February 18, 2025
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 21, 2025
February 18, 2025
Fire safety
Meet other general requirements.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected March 21, 2025
February 18, 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 March 6, 2025
February 18, 2025
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 6, 2025
February 18, 2025
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 March 6, 2025
February 18, 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 March 6, 2025
February 18, 2025
Standard
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 6, 2025
February 18, 2025
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 March 6, 2025
August 28, 2024
Complaint
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 16, 2024
April 19, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 31, 2024
April 19, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure that waiting areas, nurse’s stations, gift shops, and cooking facilities, open to the corridor are properly protected.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0361
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 31, 2024
April 19, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 31, 2024
April 19, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 31, 2024
April 19, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 9, 2024
April 19, 2024
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 9, 2024
April 19, 2024
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 May 9, 2024
April 19, 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 May 9, 2024
April 19, 2024
Standard
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 January 1, 2024
April 19, 2024
Standard
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 9, 2024
April 19, 2024
Standard
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 9, 2024
April 19, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 9, 2024
October 26, 2023
Complaint
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 13, 2023
October 26, 2023
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 November 13, 2023
October 26, 2023
Complaint
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 November 13, 2023
October 6, 2023
Complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 18, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
WITHAM MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%11/01/2011
MAGNOLIA HEALTH SYSTEMS 65 LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/14/2025
MAGNOLIA HEALTH SYSTEMS INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2011
MILLER, ALISHA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/29/2025
PARACHA, IBRAR
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/29/2025
SABRA HEALTH CARE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2011
WARD, JONATHAN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2011
BAYSTON, BRETT
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2023
BRAND, JOHN
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2015
CASTETTER, ANDREA
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2023
HAWKINS, CLAUDE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2013
HORNBECKER, MICHAEL
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2024
REAGAN, JULIE
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE09/25/2024
BRAVERMAN, KELLY
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE12/01/2021
SELLERS, DANIEL
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE06/20/2024
REED, MICHAEL
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/14/2025
MAGNOLIA HEALTH MANAGEMENT XI LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2011
MILLER, ALISHA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/29/2025
PARACHA, IBRAR
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/29/2025
REED, STUART
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2011

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Frequently asked questions

What is Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center's rating?

Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center 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 Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation 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 Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center?

It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?

Willow Crossing Health & Rehabilitation Center is at 3550 Central Ave, Columbus, IN 47203. Phone: (812) 379-9669.

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.