nursing home in Bedford, IN
White River Lodge
3710 Kenny Simpson Ln, Bedford, IN 47421 · (812) 275-7006
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
White River Lodge at a glance
White River Lodge is a 74-bed government nursing home in Bedford, Indiana (Lawrence 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 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 27, 2026) 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 42.9% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - City/County
- Beds
- 74
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Real Property Health Facilities
- Medicare-certified since
- August 13, 1997
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Lawrence County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155631
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.3 / 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) | 4.09 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.61 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.73 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.69 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 11 | 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 | 74 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 34 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 46.5% | 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) | 4.1% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.3% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 6% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 7% | 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) | 29.6% | 11% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 17.3% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 13.5% | 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) | 35.3% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.7% | 23.3% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 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) | 3.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 85.7% | 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 5 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 27, 2026 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 12, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 16, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 12, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 12, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 12, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 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 July 12, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 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 June 16, 2026 |
| March 27, 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 July 12, 2026 |
| March 27, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 12, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 12, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 12, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 12, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 6, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 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 April 11, 2026 |
| March 27, 2026 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2026 |
| June 2, 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 June 13, 2025 |
| June 2, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 13, 2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RUSH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 08/01/2012 |
| BACON, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/29/2017 |
| BURKETT, KIPLAND Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/29/2017 |
| BYRNE, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/29/2017 |
| JARMAN, RONALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| MOHR, GERALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| SPURLIN, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| WILKINSON, PAUL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/29/2017 |
| HAWORTH, ALBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| KINDER, ASHLEY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2020 |
| MARSH, DAWN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/1994 |
| SMITH, BRADLEY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/29/2017 |
| HAWORTH, ALBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| PENN, CHRISTINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2021 |
| REAL PROPERTY HEALTH FACILITIES CORP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/1989 |
| SMYTH, CHAD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/30/2017 |
| JENKINS, TANGIE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/21/2022 |
| KINDER, ASHLEY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2020 |
| SMITH, BRADLEY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/29/2017 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is White River Lodge's rating?
White River Lodge 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 White River Lodge 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 White River Lodge 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 White River Lodge?
It is government - city/county and part of Real Property Health Facilities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is White River Lodge and how do I contact it?
White River Lodge is at 3710 Kenny Simpson Ln, Bedford, IN 47421. Phone: (812) 275-7006.
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.