Quick answers
- Where is Polaris Transitional Care?
- 910 Compassion Circle, Anchorage, AK 99504, in Anchorage, Alaska.
- What is the phone number of Polaris Transitional Care?
- (907) 212-9200, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Polaris Transitional Care?
- Medicare overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Polaris Transitional Care been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Polaris Transitional Care.
- What did inspectors find at Polaris Transitional Care?
- In its last three inspection cycles (September 1, 2023 to March 26, 2026), Medicare lists 22 health citations; the most serious was level J. 2 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). 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 1, 2023 to March 26, 2026), Polaris Transitional Care had 22 health citations; the most serious was level J (immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety). 2 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 5.61 hours per resident per day; the Alaska average is 6.57 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: November 21, 2025 — 10 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 21, 2025 (standard health inspection); March 26, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 10 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.”
F0684 Level E
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0552 Level D
“Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.”
F0561 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.”
F0578 Level D
“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.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0757 Level D
“Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Previous cycle: November 1, 2024 — 8 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 1, 2024 (standard health inspection); July 29, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 8 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0838 Level F
“Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.”
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0584 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0552 Level D
“Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.”
F0568 Level D
“Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.”
F0585 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
Earlier cycle: September 1, 2023 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 1, 2023 (standard health inspection); October 17, 2023 (complaint investigation).
F0755 Level J
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
F0760 Level J
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Show 2 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0883 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.”
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 (2)
K0300 Level F
“Meet other general requirements that are deficient.”
K0351 Level F
“Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.”
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 | Alaska | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 2.56 | 2.03 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.32 | 0.64 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.73 | 3.91 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 5.61 | 6.57 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.79 | 5.72 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 1.83 | 1.50 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 56.3% | 48.1% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 48.8% | 44.6% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 347 nursing homes: The Ensign Group.
Legal business name: Korsin Healthcare LLC.
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Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 50 |
| Average residents per day | 46.8 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | The Ensign Group |
| Legal business name | Korsin Healthcare LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1983-09-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 910 Compassion Circle, Anchorage, AK 99504 |
| County | Anchorage |
| State | Alaska |
| Phone | (907) 212‑9200 |
| CMS Certification Number | 025018 |
| Name in Medicare records | POLARIS TRANSITIONAL CARE |
| 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).
- Polaris Extended Care0.0 mi · Anchorage, AK · 2 of 5 stars
- Centennial Post Acute2.5 mi · Anchorage, AK · 1 of 5 stars
- Maple Springs of Wasilla29 mi · Wasilla, AK · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Alaska Regional Hospital1.7 mi · Anchorage, AK · Acute Care Hospital
- North Star Hospital1.8 mi · Anchorage, AK · Psychiatric Hospital
- 673rd Medical Group (Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson)1.9 mi · Jber, AK · Military Hospital (Department of Defense)
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