nursing home in Fort Wayne, IN
Bethlehem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation
4430 Elsdale Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46835 · (260) 485-8157
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Bethlehem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation at a glance
Bethlehem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation is a 90-bed for-profit nursing home in Fort Wayne, Indiana (Allen County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Indiana average of 3.1.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 31, 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 41.4% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 90
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- American Senior Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- October 26, 2000
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Allen County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155679
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.48 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.82 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.27 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.84 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.4% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.6% | 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) | 2 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 13 | 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 | 90 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 79 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 87.7% | 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% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.6% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 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) | 5.9% | 11% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.2% | 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) | 12.1% | 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) | 15.8% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.4% | 23.3% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.2% | 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) | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.3% | 79% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 4 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 31, 2026 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2026 |
| March 31, 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 May 29, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 29, 2026 |
| March 31, 2026 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 April 6, 2026 |
| March 19, 2026 Complaint | 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 April 3, 2026 |
| November 17, 2025 Complaint | Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0620 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 20, 2025 |
| May 19, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 6, 2025 |
| May 19, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 6, 2025 |
| May 19, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2025 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Have an externally vented heating system. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0522 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADAMS, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/23/2026 |
| AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/23/2026 |
| DICE, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| MAERTIN, ALLEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/23/2026 |
| VAN CAMP, STEVEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| BABCOCK, PAUL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/30/2020 |
| VAN CAMP, STEVEN Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/05/2026 |
| ADAMS, CHRISTOPHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/19/2024 |
| AMERICAN SENIOR COMMUNITIES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2003 |
| DICE, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| MAERTIN, ALLEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2024 |
| PATIRE, KELLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/02/2023 |
| VAN CAMP, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bethlehem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation's rating?
Bethlehem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation has 5 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 Bethlehem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation 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 Bethlehem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation 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 Bethlehem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation?
It is for profit - corporation and part of American Senior Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Bethlehem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?
Bethlehem Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation is at 4430 Elsdale Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46835. Phone: (260) 485-8157.
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.