Last Updated: October 2026
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Composite Quality Score

Comprehensive rating based on CMS data, staffing, quality measures, and compliance

B+
Grade
59
Score
CMS Ratings
7.7/22
Staffing Quality
15.6/20
Quality Measures
0.0/22
Compliance
18.0/18
Safety
13.0/13
Availability
10.0/10

Current Availability Estimate

Occupancy Rate82.1%
67
Total Beds
55
Occupied
12
Available

Basic Information

Address:

12130 EAST MAPLE SPRINGS WAY

PALMER, AK 99645

Number of Beds:

67

Estimated Occupancy:

82% (~12 available)

Chain:

MAPLE SPRINGS LIVING

Quality Ratings

Overall Rating:1/5 Stars
Health Inspection:1/5 Stars
Staffing Rating:4/5 Stars
Quality Measures:2/5 Stars

Safety Information

Abuse Issues:No Issues Reported
Special Focus:Not Under Special Focus

Additional Information

CMS Certification Number:

025039

Provider Type:

Medicare and Medicaid

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Staffing Metrics

Higher staffing hours generally indicate better care quality. Lower turnover indicates more experienced, stable staff.

Registered Nurse (RN) Hours

Per resident per day

Above Average

This Facility

1.58

hours

National Avg

0.64

hours

Total Nursing Staff Hours

RN + LPN + Nurse Aides per resident per day

Above Average

This Facility

5.54

hours

National Avg

3.89

hours

Breakdown:

RN: 1.58hLPN: 1.10hAide: 2.86h

Staff Turnover Rate

Annual nursing staff turnover

Above Average

This Facility

60.4%

National Avg

46.6%

RN Turnover: 61.1%

Understanding Staffing Metrics

Staffing hours: Higher hours generally mean more staff attention per resident. Federal minimum is 3.5 total hours per resident per day, but quality facilities often exceed 4+ hours.

Turnover: High turnover (>50%) can indicate staffing issues and affect care continuity. Lower turnover means more experienced staff familiar with residents' needs.

Detailed Quality Measures

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Health Inspections & Deficiencies

Critical Deficiencies Found

This facility has 2 deficiency citations involving actual harm to residents. Review these carefully before making a decision.

Total Deficiencies

86

Inspections

6

Critical

2

High

2

Jan 8, 2024 - Health Survey

10 deficiencies cited

Low - IsolatedTag F0577

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Corrected: Feb 15, 2024
Low - IsolatedTag F0577

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Corrected: Feb 15, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0756

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected: Mar 7, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0761

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

Corrected: Mar 7, 2024
Low - IsolatedTag F0851

Administration Deficiencies

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Corrected: Feb 15, 2024
Low - IsolatedTag F0851

Administration Deficiencies

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Corrected: Feb 15, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected: Jan 29, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0761

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

Corrected: Mar 7, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0756

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected: Mar 7, 2024
Medium - PatternTag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected: Jan 29, 2024

Jun 20, 2023 - Health Survey

4 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0656

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected: Aug 1, 2023From Complaint
High - Widespread PatternTag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected: Jul 20, 2023From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0656

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected: Aug 1, 2023From Complaint
High - Widespread PatternTag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected: Jul 20, 2023From Complaint

Feb 15, 2023 - Health Survey

2 deficiencies cited

Critical - Actual HarmTag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected: Feb 15, 2023From Complaint
Critical - Actual HarmTag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected: Feb 15, 2023From Complaint

Jan 17, 2023 - Health Survey

32 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0610

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0550

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0568

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Corrected: Feb 24, 2023
Low - IsolatedTag F0574

Resident Rights Deficiencies

The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.

Corrected: Feb 17, 2023
Low - IsolatedTag F0582

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Corrected: Feb 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0583

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0684

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0698

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Low - IsolatedTag F0732

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected: Feb 17, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0757

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0759

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0761

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected: Feb 28, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0880

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected: Feb 22, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0623

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0609

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0550

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0568

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Corrected: Feb 24, 2023
Low - IsolatedTag F0574

Resident Rights Deficiencies

The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.

Corrected: Feb 17, 2023
Low - IsolatedTag F0582

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Corrected: Feb 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0583

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0684

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0698

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Low - IsolatedTag F0732

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected: Feb 17, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0757

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0759

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0761

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected: Feb 28, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0880

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected: Feb 22, 2023
Medium - PatternTag F0623

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0609

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023From Complaint
Medium - PatternTag F0610

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected: Mar 3, 2023From Complaint

Jul 20, 2022 - Health Survey

2 deficiencies cited

Medium - PatternTag F0880

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected: Sep 8, 2022
Medium - PatternTag F0880

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected: Sep 8, 2022

Oct 25, 2021 - Health Survey

36 deficiencies cited

Low - IsolatedTag F0577

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0578

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Corrected: Nov 30, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0623

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected: Nov 19, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0656

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected: Dec 7, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0690

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0695

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0700

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0726

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

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.

Corrected: Aug 17, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0757

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0805

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Corrected: Dec 7, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected: Nov 26, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0567

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

Corrected: Dec 7, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0554

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0880

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0881

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0554

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0567

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

Corrected: Dec 7, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0656

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected: Dec 7, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0690

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0695

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0700

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0726

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

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.

Corrected: Aug 17, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0757

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0805

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Corrected: Dec 7, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected: Nov 26, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0880

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0881

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Corrected: Dec 9, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0623

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected: Nov 19, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0578

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Corrected: Nov 30, 2021
Low - IsolatedTag F0577

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Corrected: Nov 15, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0569

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

Corrected: Dec 7, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0568

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Corrected: Dec 7, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0568

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Corrected: Dec 7, 2021
Medium - PatternTag F0569

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.

Corrected: Dec 7, 2021

Understanding Deficiencies

Deficiencies are violations of federal health and safety standards identified during CMS inspections. They are categorized by scope (isolated, pattern, or widespread) and severity (potential for harm vs. actual harm).

Critical deficiencies involve actual harm to residents and should be carefully considered. Facilities typically have opportunities to correct deficiencies and implement preventive measures.

Understanding deficiencies: Not all deficiencies indicate poor care. Learn how to interpret health inspection results and identify serious warning signs. Read our guide on warning signs →

Penalties & Enforcement

2 penalties in the past 3 years

Total fines: $46,594

FineMarch 27, 2025

$38,691

Data processed: August 1, 2026

FineFebruary 5, 2024

$7,903

Data processed: August 1, 2026

About Penalties: This data comes from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and shows fines and payment denials issued for health and safety violations. Penalties indicate serious deficiencies that required enforcement action.

Key Highlights

👨‍⚕
Above Average RN Staffing
1.58 RN hours per resident/day (national avg: 0.64)
🛏
Beds Available
Approximately 12 beds potentially available
🏢
Part of Healthcare Chain
MAPLE SPRINGS LIVING

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the quality rating for MAPLE SPRINGS OF PALMER?

MAPLE SPRINGS OF PALMER has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures reported by Medicare.

How many beds does this facility have?

MAPLE SPRINGS OF PALMER has 67 certified beds. The facility averages 55 residents per day, with an occupancy rate of approximately 82%.

What type of ownership does this facility have?

This facility is for profit - limited liability company owned. It is part of the MAPLE SPRINGS LIVING network.

How can I contact MAPLE SPRINGS OF PALMER?

You can call MAPLE SPRINGS OF PALMER at (907)802-6641. The facility is located at 12130 EAST MAPLE SPRINGS WAY, PALMER, AK 99645.

What should I look for when choosing a nursing home?

When selecting a nursing home, consider: CMS star ratings (overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures), nurse staffing levels, staff turnover rates, recent health inspection results, complaint history, proximity to family, and available services. We recommend visiting facilities in person, talking to current residents and staff, and checking multiple sources of information before making your decision. Use our comprehensive tour checklist when visiting facilities.

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