nursing home in Indianapolis, IN
Hawthorne Healthcare Center
7465 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227 · (317) 788-3000
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Hawthorne Healthcare Center at a glance
Hawthorne Healthcare Center is a 88-bed for-profit nursing home in Indianapolis, Indiana (Marion 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 (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 5, 2025) found 2 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $12,428.
Nursing staff turnover is 55.7% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 88
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Communicare Health
- Medicare-certified since
- July 13, 2010
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Marion County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155780
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) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 3.31 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.55 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.16 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.17 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.7% | 45.9% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 40.3% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 2 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 43 | 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) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $12,428 | $8,742 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Indiana avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 88 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 71 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 80.6% | 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% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.8% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 2.3% | 11% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.7% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.6% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 5.3% | 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) | 25.2% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.5% | 23.3% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.5% | 95.4% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.1% | 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) | 3.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 64.7% | 79% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 76.9% | 81.8% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 21 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 5, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 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 February 6, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 6, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 6, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0927 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 6, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 6, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 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 February 6, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 6, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| December 5, 2025 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| April 23, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2025 |
| November 13, 2024 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 January 31, 2025 |
| November 13, 2024 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, 2025 |
| November 13, 2024 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| November 13, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| November 13, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| November 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| November 13, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| November 13, 2024 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 January 31, 2025 |
| November 13, 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 December 13, 2024 |
| November 13, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 13, 2024 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| August 20, 2024 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 August 28, 2024 |
| August 20, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| August 20, 2024 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| August 2, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 27, 2024 |
| August 2, 2024 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 August 27, 2024 |
| August 2, 2024 Complaint | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 27, 2024 |
| August 2, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 27, 2024 |
| August 2, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 27, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 27, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 12, 2024 |
| July 17, 2024 Complaint | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 12, 2024 |
| July 5, 2024 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 August 2, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 27, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 27, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2024 |
| June 17, 2024 Complaint | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 2, 2024 |
| March 15, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 5, 2024 |
| February 2, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 2, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 2, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 2, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0927 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 2, 2024 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 2, 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 February 26, 2024 |
| February 2, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2024 |
| February 2, 2024 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 February 26, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $12,428 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 23, 2025 | Fine | $12,428 |
| June 17, 2024 | Payment Denial | 1 days from August 27, 2024 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARBOUR, JAKOB Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2022 |
| BLUE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| FIRST BANK OF BERNE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| OMEGA HEALTHCARE INVESTORS INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| OMG IN MSTR LSCO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/05/2026 |
| RADADIYA, PRAGNESHKUMAR Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/05/2026 |
| S MADISON MGT CO., LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| BORNE-BAUMAN, CANDICE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| FLUECKIGER, RUSSELL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| LEHMAN, SCOTT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2020 |
| MACKLIN, LARRY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| MCINTIRE, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| ADAMS COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| BARBOUR, JAKOB Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2022 |
| BORNE-BAUMAN, CANDICE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| FLUECKIGER, RUSSELL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| LEHMAN, SCOTT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2020 |
| MACKLIN, LARRY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
| MCINTIRE, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| ODENTHAL, RICHARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| RADADIYA, PRAGNESHKUMAR Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2019 |
| S MADISON MGT CO., LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| SMITH, SCOTT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| SPRUNGER, KYLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2018 |
| WHEELER, DANE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2012 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hawthorne Healthcare Center's rating?
Hawthorne Healthcare Center 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 Hawthorne Healthcare Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hawthorne Healthcare 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 Hawthorne Healthcare Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Communicare Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hawthorne Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?
Hawthorne Healthcare Center is at 7465 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227. Phone: (317) 788-3000.
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.