Quick answers
- Where is Elkhart Meadows?
- 2600 Morehouse Ave, Elkhart, IN 46517, in Elkhart County, Indiana.
- What is the phone number of Elkhart Meadows?
- (574) 295-8800, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Elkhart Meadows?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Elkhart Meadows been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Elkhart Meadows.
- What did inspectors find at Elkhart Meadows?
- In its last three inspection cycles (September 12, 2023 to September 4, 2025), Medicare lists 6 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (September 12, 2023 to September 4, 2025), Elkhart Meadows had 6 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.09 hours per resident per day; the Indiana average is 3.73 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: September 4, 2025 — no health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 4, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Previous cycle: August 30, 2024 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 30, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0636 Level D
“Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.”
F0638 Level D
“Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.”
F0759 Level D
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
Earlier cycle: September 12, 2023 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 12, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0582 Level D
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
F0679 Level D
“Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (9)
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0211 Level E
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0923 Level E
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0372 Level F
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0741 Level E
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
K0927 Level E
“Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Indiana | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.41 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.89 | 0.78 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.80 | 2.28 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.09 | 3.73 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.52 | 3.26 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.15 | 0.46 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 33.3% | 45.9% | 45.3% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 90 nursing homes: American Senior Communities.
Legal business name: The Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Senior Communities LLC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | July 1, 2015 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 58 |
| Average residents per day | 50.3 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Government – county |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | American Senior Communities |
| Legal business name | The Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1990-03-09 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 2600 Morehouse Ave, Elkhart, IN 46517 |
| County | Elkhart County |
| State | Indiana |
| Phone | (574) 295‑8800 |
| CMS Certification Number | 155352 |
| Name in Medicare records | ELKHART MEADOWS |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Valley View Healthcare Center0.8 mi · Elkhart, IN · 2 of 5 stars
- Brickyard Healthcare - Elkhart Care Center1.1 mi · Elkhart, IN · 1 of 5 stars
- Riverside Village1.9 mi · Elkhart, IN · 3 of 5 stars
- Greenleaf Health Campus2.5 mi · Elkhart, IN · 3 of 5 stars
- Woodland Manor2.6 mi · Elkhart, IN · 1 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Elkhart General Hospital4.3 mi · Elkhart, IN · Acute Care Hospital
- Goshen Hospital9.5 mi · Goshen, IN · Acute Care Hospital
- Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center9.9 mi · Mishawaka, IN · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13