nursing home in Fort Wayne, IN
Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne
5250 Heritage Parkway, Fort Wayne, IN 46835 · (260) 209-6279
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne at a glance
Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne is a 68-bed government 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 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 20, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Indiana average is 7.2.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 14.8% per year (state average 45.9%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 68
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 5, 2015
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Allen County
- CMS Certification Number
- 155828
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | 3.3 / 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) | 4.40 hrs | 3.69 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.49 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.90 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.04 hrs | 3.25 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 14.8% | 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) | 0 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 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 | 68 | 96 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 60 | 73 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 88.5% | 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) | 8.7% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.4% | 3.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.7% | 13.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.8% | 11% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 18.6% | 11.9% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.7% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.6% | 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) | 15.9% | 23.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 30% | 23.3% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 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) | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 79% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.7% | 81.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 5 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 20, 2026 Fire safety | Provide emergency officials' contact information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 24, 2026 |
| January 20, 2026 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 24, 2026 |
| January 20, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 24, 2026 |
| January 20, 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 February 24, 2026 |
| February 10, 2025 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 24, 2025 |
| February 10, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2025 |
| December 12, 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 December 30, 2024 |
| December 12, 2024 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2024 |
| March 6, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 7, 2024 |
| October 20, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 30, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HORIZON BANK Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BLUE MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| BOXELL, JEFFERY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| CRAFT, RODNEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2024 |
| EVERGREEN SERVICES GROUP TOPCO LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| FIRST BANK OF BERNE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| FORVIS MAZARS LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| HEALTHCARE THERAPY SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| MORRISON MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| PROACTIVE MEDICAL REVIEW AND CONSULTANTS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| RICE, EDWIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| ROLF, RYAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| SKYLIGHT PARTNERS INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| UNITED METHODIST MEMORIAL HOME Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| BORNE-BAUMAN, CANDICE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| FLUECKIGER, RUSSELL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| LEHMAN, SCOTT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| MACKLIN, LARRY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| MCINTIRE, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| ADAMS COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| BORNE-BAUMAN, CANDICE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| BOXELL, JEFFERY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| BROTHERS, ALFRED Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| CARMER, TONI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| CONNER, STEVEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| CRAFT, RODNEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/24/2024 |
| FENSTERMACHER, MARLENE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| FLUECKIGER, RUSSELL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| FORVIS MAZARS LLP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| FULLBRIGHT, SHELLY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| HEALTHCARE THERAPY SERVICES INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| HOY, MARCELLINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| JONES, JEFFERY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| KNEPP, GLENN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| LEHMAN, SCOTT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| MACKLIN, LARRY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| MCINTIRE, DAVID Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2022 |
| MORRISON MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| PROACTIVE MEDICAL REVIEW AND CONSULTANTS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| REAM, THOMAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne's rating?
Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne 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 Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Indiana average of 7.2. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne 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 Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne and how do I contact it?
Heritage Pointe of Fort Wayne is at 5250 Heritage Parkway, Fort Wayne, IN 46835. Phone: (260) 209-6279.
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.