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Sterling Healthcare
Nursing home chain, as named in the CMS provider file.
Sterling Healthcare operates 5 Medicare-certified nursing homes in 1 state, with 384 certified beds; the largest presence is in Indiana.
40% of its facilities are rated 1 or 2 stars overall (national: 41%). Citations run at 34.1 per 100 beds against 26.8 nationally, and fines in the period covered total $11K.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Chain membership is as recorded by CMS and can lag ownership changes.
| Measure | Sterling Healthcare | US |
|---|---|---|
| Median overall rating | 3 | 3 |
| Median citations per facility | 20 | 23 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 4.3 | 3.7 |
| Median nursing turnover | 48.6% | 44.9% |
| Facilities with the abuse icon | 0 | 1426 |
Rating distribution
States
| State | Facilities |
|---|---|
| Indiana | 5 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 10 |
| F0761 | 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. | 8 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 7 |
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 5 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 5 |
| F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | 4 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 4 |
| F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | 4 |
Penalties by year
Facilities
| Facility | City | State | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asbury Towers Health Care Center | Greencastle | IN | 48 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 15 | 31.3 | — | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Briarcliff Health & Rehabilitation Center | South Bend | IN | 131 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 20 | 15.3 | $11K | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Milton Home, The | South Bend | IN | 34 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 15 | 44.1 | — | 5 Jan 2026 |
| South Shore Health & Rehabilitation Center | Gary | IN | 100 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 54 | 54.0 | — | 18 May 2026 |
| Vernon Health & Rehabilitation | Wabash | IN | 71 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 27 | 38.0 | — | 19 Dec 2025 |
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes does Sterling Healthcare operate?
5 Medicare-certified facilities in 1 state, with 384 certified beds, according to the chain name in the CMS provider file.
How are Sterling Healthcare facilities rated?
40% are rated 1–2 stars overall and 2 hold 5 stars; the median overall rating is 3. Nationally 41% are rated 1–2 stars.
Has Sterling Healthcare been fined?
CMS lists 1 fines totalling $11K and 0 payment denials across its facilities in the period the penalties file covers.