nursing home in Auburn, IN
Betz Nursing Home
116 Betz Rd, Auburn, IN 46706 · (260) 925-3814
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Betz Nursing Home at a glance
Betz Nursing Home is a 114-bed for-profit nursing home in Auburn, Indiana (De Kalb 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 3.4 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 (June 25, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 62% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 114
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- American Senior Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- January 16, 2002
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- De Kalb County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155694
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) | 5 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3.41 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.75 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.09 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.04 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 62% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 1 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 4 | 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 | 114 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 79 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 69.4% | 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) | 8.3% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.8% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Average |
| 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) | 8.1% | 11% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.3% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.8% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 21% | 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) | 12.1% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.6% | 23.3% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 89.3% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.5% | 93.6% | 93.6% | Average |
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% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 79.3% | 79% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 75.2% | 81.8% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 4 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 15, 2025 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 September 22, 2025 |
| June 25, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 1, 2025 |
| June 25, 2025 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 September 1, 2025 |
| June 25, 2025 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 September 1, 2025 |
| June 25, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 1, 2025 |
| July 12, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 16, 2024 |
| July 12, 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 |
| July 12, 2024 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 30, 2024 |
| June 27, 2023 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 July 19, 2023 |
| June 27, 2023 Standard | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HENRY COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 09/01/2025 |
| BEARD, JUSTIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2025 |
| DICE, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| PATEL, RUTVIK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2025 |
| SHANE, ANDREW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| VAN CAMP, STEVEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2023 |
| DYNES, SHELDON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| PIDGEON, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| SHORE, MARION Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| WARE, DEBORAH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| RING, BRIAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| CHIES, STEVEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| JACKSON, BLAKE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| JACKSON, ETHAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| JACKSON, MARK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| JACKSON, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| JACKSON, WESSLEY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| JUSTICE, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| KELSEY, DONNA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| STITLE, STEPHEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| WRIGHT, THERESSA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| BEARD, JUSTIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| DICE, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| MCCAGUE, KYLEE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| PATEL, RUTVIK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| RING, BRIAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| SHANE, ANDREW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| VAN CAMP, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| DYNES, SHELDON Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| PIDGEON, JOHN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| RING, BRIAN Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| SHORE, MARION Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
| WARE, DEBORAH Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Betz Nursing Home's rating?
Betz Nursing Home 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 Betz Nursing Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Betz Nursing Home 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 Betz Nursing Home?
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 Betz Nursing Home and how do I contact it?
Betz Nursing Home is at 116 Betz Rd, Auburn, IN 46706. Phone: (260) 925-3814.
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.