Waters Of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, The
Tipton, IN · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 155556) · 150 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 2
Federal fines: 2 totaling $20,494 · 1 payment denial
Phone: (765) 675-8791 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Waters Of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is below the Indiana state average of 3.14 stars. Its health inspection rating is 1 star and its staffing rating is 2 stars.
Waters Of Tipton reports total nurse staffing of 3.46 hours per resident per day, including 0.48 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 2 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 36.8%.
Waters Of Tipton has 2 federal fines on record totaling $20,494.00, plus 1 payment denial. CMS has also designated this facility as an SFF Candidate under its Special Focus program, meaning it has a history of performance concerns and faces increased inspection oversight.
About this facility
The Waters Of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility is a 150-bed nursing home in Tipton, Indiana, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since April 1995. The facility currently serves an average of 92.9 residents daily and is operated under a for-profit, individual ownership structure. It is part of the Infinity Healthcare Consulting chain, which includes 69 facilities with an average CMS rating of 2.0 stars.
According to CMS Care Compare data, this facility holds an Overall Star Rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the Indiana state average of 3.14. Its Health Inspection Rating is also 1 star, while its Quality Measure Rating is 3 stars, and its Staffing Rating is 2 stars.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours of 3.46 per resident per day, including 0.48 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 36.8%.
CMS records show 2 federal fines totaling $20,494.00, along with 1 payment denial on record. This facility has been designated by CMS as an SFF Candidate (Special Focus Facility Candidate), meaning CMS has identified it as having a pattern of past performance concerns and it is subject to increased scrutiny and more frequent inspections until performance improves.
Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months. Families considering this facility should review the full inspection history and quality measures directly on Medicare Care Compare for the most current information. Data reflects CMS Care Compare records as provided.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The facility has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Indiana state average of 3.14 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
This facility is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.46 hours per resident per day, with 0.48 RN hours per resident per day and a staffing star rating of 2. Nursing turnover is 36.8%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 2 fines totaling $20,494.00 and 1 payment denial.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
There is no abuse icon flagged for this facility, but CMS has designated it as an SFF Candidate, meaning it is being watched more closely due to a pattern of past performance concerns.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 150 beds and has an average daily population of 92.9 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit individual owner and is part of the Infinity Healthcare Consulting chain, which includes 69 facilities averaging a 2.0 star rating.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility has been certified since April 1, 1995.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on Overall (1 star here), Health Inspection (1 star), Quality Measures (3 stars), and Staffing (2 stars), each reflecting different aspects of care and compliance.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service offerings; contact the facility at 7656758791 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 7656758791 to arrange a visit and verify current conditions on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current CMS data for this facility at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/155556?state=IN.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.