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Timber Springs Transitional Care
1140 North Allumbaugh Street, Boise, ID 83704
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. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Timber Springs Transitional Care is a For-profit, limited liability company nursing home in Boise, Idaho, certified for 120 beds and caring for about 93 residents a day.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Idaho median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 1 and quality measures 4.
Inspectors recorded 67 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (19, 17, 31 by cycle, most recent first), 5 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 55.8 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 34.8.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $31K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.3 hours per resident per day (0.5 RN), close to the Idaho median of 3.8.
CMS flags that the facility carries the CMS abuse icon and is a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Ada Co. median | Idaho median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 67 | 30 | 26 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 55.8 | 30.0 | 34.8 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.3 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | — | 51.3% | 50.0% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $30,654 | $8,021 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (14 in the county, 80 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Idaho average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 12 Sep 2025, 28 Jun 2024.
Severity mix: J ×1 G ×4 D ×42 E ×14 F ×4 C ×2
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Nov 2025 | F0553 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Dec 2025 |
| 20 Nov 2025 | F0585 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Dec 2025 |
| 20 Nov 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Dec 2025 |
| 20 Nov 2025 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Dec 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 12 Dec 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0584 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0693 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0790 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0807 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0839 | Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Oct 2025 |
| 12 Sep 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Dec 2025 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 6 Oct 2023 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0578 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0584 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0622 | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. | E | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | 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. | E | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0585 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0700 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0849 | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | C | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | J | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | F | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0800 | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. | F | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | F | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0565 | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | E | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | E | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | E | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0727 | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. | E | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | E | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | E | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0808 | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. | E | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0584 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0622 | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0637 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | D | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0801 | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2023 |
| 8 May 2023 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | C | Standard survey | 9 Jun 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep 2025 | Fine | $15,327 | |
| 12 Sep 2025 | Fine | $15,327 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Idaho average. Turnover: nursing staff —, RNs —; — administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Idaho median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 23.1% | 15.5% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.6% | 1.4% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.9% | 2.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 5.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 26.9% | 16.8% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 4.1% | 3.0% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 21.1% | 16.9% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Russet Ridge Healthcare Llc. Chain: The Ensign Group (342 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennant Healthcare LLC | Direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/22/2025 |
| The Ensign Group Inc | Indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/22/2025 |
| Crane Creek Health Holdings LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| Ensign Services Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/22/2025 |
| Standard Bearer Healthcare Op LP | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Ada County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life Care Center of Boise | Boise | 153 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 22 | 14.4 | — | 17 Jul 2025 |
| Creekside Transitional Care and Rehabilitation | Meridian | 139 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 31 | 22.3 | $8K | 13 Jun 2025 |
| Life Care Center of Treasure Valley | Boise | 120 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 30 | 25.0 | — | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Skyline Transitional Care Center | Boise | 111 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 32 | 28.8 | — | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Sunterra Springs Riverview | Boise | 30 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 20 | 66.7 | $8K | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Arbor Valley of Cascadia | Boise | 148 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 25 | 16.9 | — | 16 May 2025 |
| Aspen Transitional Rehabilitationabuse icon | Meridian | 30 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 15 | 50.0 | — | 18 Dec 2025 |
| Shaw Mountain of Cascadia | Boise | 108 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 30 | 27.8 | $11K | 14 May 2026 |
All 14 facilities in Ada County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Timber Springs Transitional Care been cited for?
67 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 5 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Idaho median is 26 per facility.
Has Timber Springs Transitional Care been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $31K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Timber Springs Transitional Care compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.3 hours per resident per day against a Idaho median of 3.8 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Timber Springs Transitional Care?
It is part of the The Ensign Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Pennant Healthcare LLC and The Ensign Group Inc. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Timber Springs Transitional Care last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 20 Nov 2025; the most recent standard health survey was 12 Sep 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.